For a spicier kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the vinaigrette. If you prefer a sweeter salad, increase the sugar to 1/3 cup. Fresh herbs like parsley or cilantro can be added for extra flavor. For a heartier salad, consider adding diced avocado just before serving.
Melissa's Black-Eyed Pea Salad
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PREP TIME15 mins
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COOK TIME0 mins
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TOTAL TIME8 hrs 15 mins
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SERVING4 People
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VIEWS24
Celebrate the New Year, or any day, with this vibrant and flavorful Black-Eyed Pea Salad. A refreshing and zesty side dish that's sure to bring good fortune to your table!
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate30 g
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Fiber4 g
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Protein5 g
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Saturated Fat2 g
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Sodium578 mg
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Sugar15 g
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Fat14 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
DIRECTIONS
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01 Step
Recipe View 15 mins In a large bowl, gently combine the rinsed and drained black-eyed peas, diced green bell pepper, celery, red onion, and yellow onion. (Prep time: 15 minutes)
02 Step
Recipe View 5 mins In a separate small bowl, whisk together the vegetable oil, sugar, apple cider vinegar, minced garlic, salt, ground black pepper, and hot pepper sauce until well combined and the sugar is mostly dissolved. (Prep time: 5 minutes)
03 Step
Recipe View 2 mins Pour the vinaigrette over the black-eyed pea mixture. Gently toss to ensure all ingredients are evenly coated. (Prep time: 2 minutes)
04 Step
Recipe View 8 hrs Cover the bowl tightly with plastic wrap or transfer to an airtight container. Refrigerate overnight, or for at least 8 hours, to allow the flavors to meld. (Refrigeration time: 8+ hours)
05 Step
Recipe View Before serving, give the salad a gentle stir. Taste and adjust seasonings if necessary, adding more salt, pepper, or hot sauce to your preference.
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Mara Bernier
Jun 16, 2025This salad was a hit at our New Year's party! Everyone loved the zesty flavor.
Flavie Roob
May 27, 2025I added some chopped cilantro, and it was amazing! Thanks for the recipe.
Nathanael Donnelly
Mar 30, 2025I made this recipe last year, and it's become a family favorite. So easy and delicious!
Rowland Swift
Mar 14, 2025The overnight refrigeration is key. The flavors really come together beautifully.