BLACK-EYED-PEA AND PASTA SALAD

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To create a more interesting pasta salad, I added pasta to my favorite black-eyed pea salad. The result is different and delicious. Cucumber and green pepper give this picnic side dish a satisfying crunch. -Melinda Ewbank of Fairfield, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

6 ounces small shell pasta, cooked and drained
1 can (15 ounces) black-eyed peas, rinsed and drained
1 cup sliced green onions
3/4 cup diced seeded peeled cucumber
3/4 cup diced green pepper
3/4 cup diced seeded tomato
1 small jalapeno pepper, seeded and finely chopped
DRESSING:
3 tablespoons canola oil
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
1 teaspoon sugar
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
1/2 teaspoon seasoned salt

Steps:

  • In a large salad bowl, combine the first seven ingredients. In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the oil, vinegar, sugar, basil, chili powder, hot pepper sauce and seasoned salt; shake well. Drizzle over salad; toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 186 calories, Fat 6g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 269mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 6g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Mukesh Lakhani
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover pasta and vegetables.


Dj Mirsab
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I'm not a huge fan of black-eyed peas, but I really enjoyed this salad. The dressing is amazing!


Pethum Prabodya
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This is the perfect salad for a summer picnic or barbecue.


Usman
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I love this salad! It's so versatile - you can add or remove ingredients to suit your taste.


August Guerin
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Yum!


Choose English
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This salad is a keeper! It's easy to make, delicious, and healthy. I'll definitely be making it again and again.


roseann juderias
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I'm always looking for new and exciting salad recipes, and this one definitely fits the bill! The black-eyed peas add a nice touch of protein and texture, and the dressing is to die for.


Romel Momolu
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This salad is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids loved the sweet and tangy dressing, and they didn't even notice the healthy veggies!


Joan
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I made this salad for a potluck, and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor combination and the fact that it was so light and refreshing.


Mikayla Davis
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This salad was so easy to make, and it's a great way to use up leftover pasta. I also love that it's a healthy and filling meal that's perfect for summer.


Luciane Auguste
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I've never tried black-eyed peas before, but I'm so glad I did with this recipe! They have a great texture and flavor, and they pair really well with the pasta and vegetables. I'll definitely be using black-eyed peas in more dishes in the future.


s.n tsma
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This was a delicious and easy-to-make salad! The combination of black-eyed peas, pasta, and vegetables was perfect, and the dressing was flavorful without being overpowering. I will definitely be making this again!