Description
This vibrant Black-Eyed Pea Salad combines fresh veggies and creamy peas for a delicious, nutritious dish perfect for gatherings or meal prep.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (15 oz) black-eyed peas, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup diced bell pepper (red or yellow)
- 1 cup diced cucumber (preferably English)
- 1/2 cup finely chopped red onion
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro or parsley
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse the black-eyed peas under cold water and drain well.
- In a large bowl, combine the black-eyed peas, diced bell pepper, cucumber, red onion, and herbs.
- Add lemon juice and olive oil, then season with salt and pepper.
- Toss everything together until evenly coated.
- Cover and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to meld flavors.
- Serve chilled as a side dish or main course.
Notes
- Feel free to substitute seasonal vegetables like corn for added variety.
- For extra protein, consider adding chickpeas or cooked chicken.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg