LOUVIA ME LAHANA(WARM BLACK-EYED PEA AND SWISS CHARD SALAD)

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Louvia Me Lahana(Warm Black-Eyed Pea and Swiss Chard Salad) image

Adapted from the Foods of the Greek Islands. Posted for ZWT6. From Cyprus. To substitute canned black-eyed peas, drain a 16-ounce can and combine with chard and 1 1/2 cups vegetable broth.

Provided by Chocolatl

Categories     Chard

Time 45m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 1/2 cups dried black-eyed peas, picked over and rinsed
water
1 lb swiss chard, stems chopped, leaves cut into 1-inch wide strips (keep stems and leaves separate)
salt
3 -4 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
extra virgin olive oil
black pepper
1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano

Steps:

  • Place peas in a medium saucepan.
  • Add enough water to cover by 2".
  • Bring to a boil.
  • Cook for 5 minutes.
  • Drain.
  • Add fresh water to cover.
  • Bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat to low, cover and simmer for 20 minutes, or until peas are tender.
  • Check often and add more water if needed.
  • Add chard stems and salt.
  • Simmer for 4 minutes more.
  • There should be about 1 1/2 cups broth; if there is more, increase heat and cook briefly to reduce.
  • Add chard leaves and cook for 2 minutes more, or until wilted.
  • Add lemon juice.
  • Stir and remove from heat.
  • Drizzle with oil and sprinkle with pepper.
  • Serve in warm bowls, sprinkled with oregano.

Raja majid
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I'm not a huge fan of black-eyed peas, but I really enjoyed this salad.


Razza Razza
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This salad is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


SS Free fire gaming Zone
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I like to add a dollop of Greek yogurt to this salad for extra protein.


Zainab Shobowale
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This salad is a great side dish for grilled chicken or fish.


ARIF GAMER1
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I've made this salad several times and it's always a hit.


Kasam
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This salad is so refreshing and flavorful.


Sikendra Sah
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I love the tangy dressing on this salad.


Moshin Saqlain
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This salad is a great way to cool down on a hot day.


Arzoo Ghouri
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Perfect summer salad!


Eric wyatt
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This salad is so easy to make, and it's a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables.


Adelle Ross
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I love the addition of the mint in this recipe. It really brightens up the salad and gives it a refreshing flavor.


Ebrahim Jamal
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover black-eyed peas. I always have a can or two in my pantry, so it's easy to throw together a quick and healthy meal.


Jitesh Yadav
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I made this salad for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone loved the unique combination of flavors and textures. The black-eyed peas added a nice protein boost, and the Swiss chard was a great way to get some greens in.


Alice Carson
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This louvia me lahanawarm black-eyed-pea and Swiss chard salad is a summer staple in our home! It's simple, fresh, and packed with flavor. The dressing is tangy and bright, and the combination of beans, chard, and tomatoes is perfect.