Best 7 Summery Black Eyed Pea Salad Recipes

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Cool and refreshing, this summery black-eyed pea salad is a delightful blend of flavors and textures. The recipe features a medley of cooked black-eyed peas, crisp cucumber, juicy tomatoes, red onion, and fresh herbs like cilantro and parsley. To enhance the taste, a zesty dressing made with olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, garlic, and a touch of honey is drizzled over the salad. This salad makes a perfect side dish for your summer gatherings or can be enjoyed as a light lunch or dinner.

In addition to the classic black-eyed pea salad recipe, the article also includes variations to cater to different tastes and dietary preferences. For a vegan version, you can substitute the honey in the dressing with maple syrup or agave nectar. If you prefer a spicier salad, you can add a pinch of cayenne pepper or a dash of chili powder to the dressing. For a more substantial salad, you can add cooked quinoa, roasted sweet potatoes, or crumbled feta cheese.

No matter which recipe you choose, this summery black-eyed pea salad is sure to be a hit at your next gathering. Its vibrant colors, refreshing taste, and versatility make it a perfect addition to your summer menu.

Let's cook with our recipes!

SPICY BLACK-EYED PEA SALAD



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Provided by Trisha Yearwood

Categories     side-dish

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1/2 clove garlic, finely grated
Pinch cayenne
Kosher salt
1/4 cup olive oil
Two 15.5-ounce cans black-eyed peas, rinsed and drained
1 cup mixed-color grape tomatoes, halved
1/2 green bell pepper, medium-diced (slightly smaller than 1/2-inch pieces)
1/2 red bell pepper, medium-diced (slightly smaller than 1/2-inch pieces)
2 stalks celery, thinly sliced
1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
2 tablespoons chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley

Steps:

  • Combine the vinegar, garlic, cayenne and 1/2 teaspoon salt in a large bowl. Whisk in the olive oil. Add the black-eyed peas, tomatoes, peppers, celery, onions and parsley and toss to combine. Season with salt to taste.

BLACK-EYED PEA SALAD



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This salad goes great with barbeque and, of course, New Year's Day.

Provided by LADYEM

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes

Time 8h30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 (15.5 ounce) cans black-eyed peas
1 large tomato, chopped
1 medium red bell pepper, chopped
1 medium green bell pepper, chopped
½ red onion, diced
1 stalk celery, chopped
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons olive oil
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, toss together black-eyed peas, tomato, red bell pepper, green bell pepper, red onion, celery, and parsley.
  • In a small bowl, mix balsamic vinegar and olive oil. Season with salt and pepper. Toss into the vegetables. Cover, and chill in the refrigerator 8 hours, or overnight.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 132.4 calories, Carbohydrate 19 g, Fat 4.1 g, Fiber 4.6 g, Protein 5.8 g, SaturatedFat 0.6 g, Sodium 478 mg, Sugar 2.8 g

BLACK-EYED PEA SALAD



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Each time I take this dish to a church supper, I get many, many requests to share the recipe. My family has enjoyed this tasty salad for years, and it works very well alongside ham, brisket or chicken. It is inexpensive to make, and the red onion rings add a nice touch of color to a meal. The real beauty of this salad is that it can be made well ahead of time.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 10m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cans (15 ounces each) black-eyed peas, rinsed and drained
1/2 cup red onion rings
1/2 cup chopped green pepper
1 small garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon sugar
1/4 cup vinegar
1/4 cup vegetable oil
1/2 teaspoon salt, optional
Dash pepper
Dash hot pepper sauce

Steps:

  • In a medium salad bowl, combine peas, onion, green pepper and garlic. Stir together all remaining ingredients and pour over vegetable mixture. Chill, covered for at least 12 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 162 calories, Fat 8g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 359mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 6g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

BLACK-EYED PEA SALAD



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Provided by Patrick and Gina Neely : Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 8h10m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 large tomato, diced
1/2 medium red onion, finely chopped
1 small red bell pepper, finely chopped
1 jalapeno, finely chopped
2 tablespoons chopped green onions
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley leaves
1/4 cup unseasoned rice wine vinegar
1/4 cup canola oil
1/2 teaspoon sugar
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
Two 15-ounce cans black-eyed peas, drained

Steps:

  • Combine the first 6 ingredients in a bowl.
  • In a separate small bowl, whisk together the rice wine vinegar, canola oil, sugar, and salt and pepper.
  • Toss all together with the black-eyed peas and let marinate for at up to 8 hours in the refrigerator before serving.

BLACK-EYED PEA SALAD WITH TURMERIC VINAIGRETTE



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Provided by Valerie Bertinelli

Categories     side-dish

Time 55m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
One 1-pound bag frozen black-eyed peas
1/4 cup olive oil
2 scallions, chopped, whites and greens kept separate
1/4 teaspoon ground turmeric
1/8 teaspoon ground coriander
3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
4 radishes, quartered and thinly sliced
1 green bell pepper, chopped
1 red bell pepper, chopped
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1/4 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley

Steps:

  • Bring a medium pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add the black-eyed peas and simmer until just tender, 30 to 35 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool.
  • Meanwhile, heat the olive oil in a small skillet over medium-high heat. Add the scallion whites, turmeric and coriander and cook, stirring, until the scallions are light golden, 2 to 3 minutes. Transfer to a large bowl and whisk in the vinegar, 1/2 teaspoon salt and pepper to taste.
  • When the peas are ready, add them to the bowl with the vinaigrette along with the radishes, bell peppers, scallion greens, cilantro and parsley. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve at room temperature or cold.

VIBRANT BLACK-EYED PEA SALAD



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My black-eyed pea salad reminds me of a Southern cooking class my husband and I took while visiting Savannah, Georgia. People go nuts for it at picnics and potlucks. -Danielle Lee, Sewickley, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 25m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 cans (15-1/2 ounces each) black-eyed peas, rinsed and drained
2 cups grape tomatoes, halved
1 each small green, yellow and red peppers, finely chopped
1 small red onion, chopped
1 celery rib, chopped
2 tablespoons minced fresh basil
DRESSING:
1/4 cup red wine vinegar or balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon stone-ground mustard
1 teaspoon minced fresh oregano or 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
1/4 cup olive oil

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine peas, tomatoes, peppers, onion, celery and basil., For dressing, in a small bowl, whisk vinegar, mustard, oregano, salt and pepper. Gradually whisk in oil until blended. Drizzle over salad; toss to coat. Refrigerate, covered, at least 3 hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 130 calories, Fat 6g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 319mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 5g protein. Diabetic exchanges

BLACK-EYED PEA SALAD



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This salad is inspired by a Greek recipe that calls for lots of herb fennel. I couldn't find herb fennel, so I added a thinly sliced fennel bulb to the mix. Along with its refreshing flavor, the fennel bulb contributes a delightful contrasting crunchy texture. It's a great salad with or without the tomatoes.

Provided by Martha Rose Shulman

Categories     salads and dressings

Time 2h

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 cup black-eyed peas, rinsed and picked over
3 large garlic cloves, 2 of them crushed and left in the skin, 1 of them minced
1/2 onion, intact
1 bay leaf
Salt to taste
2 medium tomatoes, in season only, diced
1 medium fennel bulb (about 1/2 pound), trimmed, quartered, cored and sliced very thin across the grain
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar or cider vinegar
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon cumin seeds, lightly toasted and ground
Freshly ground black pepper to taste
1/3 cup chopped flat-leaf parsley
1/3 cup chopped fresh dill
1/3 cup chopped chives
2 ounces feta, crumbled

Steps:

  • Place the black-eyed peas, whole crushed garlic cloves, halved onion and bay leaf in a large, heavy saucepan and add enough water to cover by 2 inches. Bring to a boil, add salt to taste, reduce the heat, cover and simmer until tender but intact, about 45 minutes. Remove from the heat, remove the lid and allow the black-eyed peas to cool for 30 minutes. Remove and discard the onion. Remove the garlic cloves, squeeze the cooked garlic out of the skins and back into the black-eyed peas, and drain through a strainer set over a bowl.
  • Transfer the black-eyed peas to a large bowl. Whisk together the lemon juice, vinegar, minced garlic, cumin, salt, pepper and olive oil. Toss with the beans. Add the remaining ingredients except the feta and toss together. If you want a bit more liquid with the beans, add back some of the broth (I found the dressing to be sufficient). Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving. Sprinkle the feta over the top and serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 210, UnsaturatedFat 10 grams, Carbohydrate 18 grams, Fat 14 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 5 grams, SaturatedFat 4 grams, Sodium 512 milligrams, Sugar 6 grams

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your salad.
  • Don't overcook the black-eyed peas. They should be tender but still have a slight bite to them.
  • Let the salad cool completely before serving. This will allow the flavors to meld and develop.
  • Garnish the salad with fresh herbs or vegetables. This will add a pop of color and flavor.
  • Serve the salad with your favorite dressing. A vinaigrette or lemon-tahini dressing would be a good choice.

Conclusion:

This summery black-eyed pea salad is a refreshing and flavorful dish that is perfect for potlucks, picnics, or backyard barbecues. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So next time you're looking for a light and healthy salad, give this recipe a try!

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