Black Eyed Pea Salad

Name: Black Eyed Pea Salad
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 60 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: {'ingredient': 'Black-eyed peas', 'amount': '2 cups, cooked and cooled'}; {'ingredient': 'Red bell pepper', 'amount': '1, diced'}; {'ingredient': 'Cucumber', 'amount': '1, diced'}; {'ingredient': 'Red onion', 'amount': '1/2, finely chopped'}; {'ingredient': 'Cherry tomatoes', 'amount': '1 cup, halved'}; {'ingredient': 'Fresh parsley', 'amount': '1/4 cup, chopped'}; {'ingredient': 'Fresh mint', 'amount': '1/4 cup, chopped'}; {'ingredient': 'Olive oil', 'amount': '1/4 cup'}; {'ingredient': 'Lemon juice', 'amount': '2 tablespoons, fresh'}; {'ingredient': 'Salt', 'amount': 'to taste'}; {'ingredient': 'Black pepper', 'amount': 'to taste'}

Dive into the vibrant world of this refreshing Black Eyed Pea Salad, a medley of colors and textures that is as delightful to the eyes as it is to the palate. Packed with nutrient-rich black-eyed peas, crisp vegetables, and fragrant herbs, this salad is a celebration of summer's bounty. Historically, black-eyed peas have been a staple in Southern cuisine, often associated with good luck and prosperity. Enjoy it as a light meal or a side dish at your next gathering, and let the refreshing flavors dance on your tongue.

Servings: 6

Ingredients

Black-eyed peas (2 cups, cooked and cooled)
Red bell pepper (1, diced)
Cucumber (1, diced)
Red onion (1/2, finely chopped)
Cherry tomatoes (1 cup, halved)
Fresh parsley (1/4 cup, chopped)
Fresh mint (1/4 cup, chopped)
Olive oil (1/4 cup)
Lemon juice (2 tablespoons, fresh)
Salt (to taste)
Black pepper (to taste)

Instructions

In a large bowl, combine the cooked black-eyed peas, diced red bell pepper, cucumber, finely chopped red onion, and halved cherry tomatoes.
Gently fold in the chopped fresh parsley and mint, ensuring even distribution of the herbs throughout the salad.
In a separate small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, fresh lemon juice, salt, and black pepper until well combined to create a zesty dressing.
Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently to coat all ingredients evenly.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld beautifully.
Serve chilled, garnished with additional mint or parsley if desired, and enjoy the burst of freshness!

Dietary Information

Servings: 6 • Dish Type: Salad • Prep Time: 15 minutes • Cook Time: 0 minutes • Calories: 180 • Fat: 9g • Carbs: 20g • Protein: 6g • Sodium: 50mg • Sugar: 3g

Black Eyed Pea Salad

Servings: 6

Ingredients

Instructions

Dietary Information

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