BLACK-EYED PEA SALAD

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Provided by Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 4h40m

Yield 6 cups; 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 21

1/2 cup olive oil
1/2 cup finely chopped red onion (1/2 medium onion)
1/2 cup red bell pepper
3 tablespoons finely chopped green onions
2 tablespoons finely chopped jalapenos
5 cups cooked and drained black-eyed peas
4 slices bacon, cooked until crisp and crumbled, fat reserved separately
1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh parsley leaves
1 1/2 teaspoons minced garlic
1 1/2 teaspoons Essence, recipe follows
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 1/2 tablespoons paprika
2 tablespoons salt
2 tablespoons garlic powder
1 tablespoon black pepper
1 tablespoon onion powder
1 tablespoon cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon dried oregano
1 tablespoon dried thyme

Steps:

  • Combine the black-eyed peas, crumbled bacon, 3 tablespoons of the reserved bacon fat, and all remaining ingredients in a large bowl, and toss well to combine. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight, stirring occasionally.
  • Allow salad to come to room temperature for 30 minutes before serving. Toss well just before serving.
  • Combine all ingredients thoroughly.
  • Recipe from "New New Orleans Cooking", by Emeril Lagasse and Jessie Tirsch
  • Published by William and Morrow, 1993.

Sushanta Adhikari
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I love this salad! It's so refreshing and flavorful. I like to add a little bit of diced red onion for some extra crunch. This salad is perfect for a summer cookout or picnic.


ssentongo johnny
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This salad is so simple to make, but it's packed with flavor. The combination of the black-eyed peas, corn, tomatoes, and avocado is perfect, and the dressing is light and tangy. I will definitely be making this salad again.


Somnang Sor
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I'm always looking for new and creative ways to use black-eyed peas, and this salad is a great option. It's a tasty and refreshing salad that's perfect for a summer cookout or picnic.


Darryl Monroe
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover black-eyed peas. It's also a great dish to make for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's healthy and filling.


Haseeb Tanoli
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I've been making this salad for years, and it's one of my favorites. It's so versatile, and you can add or subtract ingredients to suit your taste. I like to add a little bit of crumbled feta cheese or goat cheese.


Manish Gautam
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This salad is so easy to make, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I like to serve it with grilled chicken or fish. It's also a great side dish for a summer barbecue.


Rana Sumaiya
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I made this salad for a party last weekend, and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it, and I got several requests for the recipe. I will definitely be making this salad again.


Jawad Amjad
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This salad is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love the sweet corn and tomatoes, and they don't even notice the black-eyed peas. I also like that this salad is healthy and filling.


F4ZEand3h
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I'm not a huge fan of black-eyed peas, but I really enjoyed this salad. The dressing is what really makes it. It's light and flavorful, and it pairs perfectly with the black-eyed peas, corn, tomatoes, and avocado.


Douglas Disotell
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover black-eyed peas. It's also a great dish to make for a summer cookout or picnic. I like to add a little bit of diced jalapeƱo to give it a bit of a kick.


Tue Nguyen
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I've made this salad several times now, and it's always a hit! My friends and family love it, and it's always the first dish to disappear at potlucks. The recipe is easy to follow, and the ingredients are easy to find. I highly recommend this salad!


Ekram Jamal
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This salad was so refreshing and flavorful! The combination of the black-eyed peas, corn, tomatoes, and avocado was perfect, and the dressing was light and tangy. I will definitely be making this again.