Best 14 Creamy Black Eyed Pea Salad Recipes

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Are you looking for a creamy, flavorful, and easy-to-make salad to wow your taste buds and impress your family and friends? Look no further! This recipe for creamy black-eyed pea salad is sure to become a staple dish in your kitchen. Made with tender black-eyed peas, crisp vegetables, and a creamy, tangy dressing, this salad is both satisfying and refreshing. Let's dive into the magical world of flavors and explore how to create this delightful dish, step by step.

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MEDITERRANEAN BLACK EYED PEA SALAD



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Simple and hearty black eyed pea salad with chopped vegetables, fresh herbs, pomegranate arils, and a bright Mediterranean dressing. Keep it vegan or add a sprinkle of creamy feta to finish! The perfect lunch or side next to your favorite protein.

Provided by Suzy Karadsheh

Categories     Salad

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 12

15 ounce can black eyed peas, (drained and rinsed)
6 ounces grape tomatoes, (chopped)
1 English cucumber, (trimmed and chopped)
½ cup pomegranate arils, ((arils of ½ pomegranate))
2 green onions, (chopped)
20 mint leaves, (chopped)
Feta cheese, (optional)
2 tbsp pomegranate molasses
Juice of ½ lemon
4 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
1 garlic clove (minced)
Kosher salt & black pepper

Steps:

  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the black eyed peas, chopped tomatoes, cucumbers, pomegranate arils, onions, and fresh mint.
  • Make the dressing. In a small bowl, whisk together the pomegranate molasses (or balsamic reduction), lemon juice, olive oil, garlic and a good dash of salt and pepper.
  • Pour the dressing over the black eyed pea salad. Mix well to combine. Finish with a sprinkle of feta cheese, if you like.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 190.3 kcal, Carbohydrate 25.6 g, Protein 6.5 g, Fat 7.7 g, SaturatedFat 1.1 g, Sodium 9.4 mg, Fiber 6.1 g, ServingSize 1 serving

CREAMY BLACK-EYED PEA SALAD



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A homemade dressing helps marry the flavors of this creamy salad. It is a unique contribution to a spring luncheon or barbecue buffet in the summertime. -Olive Foemmel of Chili, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 can (15-1/2 ounces) black-eyed peas, rinsed and drained
1 celery rib, chopped
1 tablespoon finely chopped onion
1 tablespoon canola oil
1 tablespoon cider vinegar
1 tablespoon reduced-fat mayonnaise
1/4 teaspoon salt
Dash cayenne pepper
1 medium tomato, chopped

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the peas, celery and onion. In a small bowl, whisk the oil, vinegar, mayonnaise, salt and cayenne. Stir into vegetable mixture. Cover and chill until serving. Stir in tomato just before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 133 calories, Fat 5g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 1mg cholesterol, Sodium 321mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 6g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

BLACK-EYED PEA SALAD



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Provided by Patrick and Gina Neely : Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 8h10m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 large tomato, diced
1/2 medium red onion, finely chopped
1 small red bell pepper, finely chopped
1 jalapeno, finely chopped
2 tablespoons chopped green onions
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley leaves
1/4 cup unseasoned rice wine vinegar
1/4 cup canola oil
1/2 teaspoon sugar
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
Two 15-ounce cans black-eyed peas, drained

Steps:

  • Combine the first 6 ingredients in a bowl.
  • In a separate small bowl, whisk together the rice wine vinegar, canola oil, sugar, and salt and pepper.
  • Toss all together with the black-eyed peas and let marinate for at up to 8 hours in the refrigerator before serving.

BLACK-EYED PEA SALAD



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This salad goes great with barbeque and, of course, New Year's Day.

Provided by LADYEM

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes

Time 8h30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 (15.5 ounce) cans black-eyed peas
1 large tomato, chopped
1 medium red bell pepper, chopped
1 medium green bell pepper, chopped
½ red onion, diced
1 stalk celery, chopped
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons olive oil
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, toss together black-eyed peas, tomato, red bell pepper, green bell pepper, red onion, celery, and parsley.
  • In a small bowl, mix balsamic vinegar and olive oil. Season with salt and pepper. Toss into the vegetables. Cover, and chill in the refrigerator 8 hours, or overnight.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 132.4 calories, Carbohydrate 19 g, Fat 4.1 g, Fiber 4.6 g, Protein 5.8 g, SaturatedFat 0.6 g, Sodium 478 mg, Sugar 2.8 g

SIMPLE BLACK-EYED PEA SALAD



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Every time I make this, I am amazed at how delicious it is and wonder why I don't make it every night. I always get rave reviews for this simple salad. If you remove the seeds and ribs from the chilies there is really no heat.

Provided by CookBrooke

Categories     Salad     Beans

Time 15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 (15 ounce) cans black-eyed peas, drained and rinsed
1 small red onion, diced
2 jalapeno peppers, seeded and chopped
¼ cup olive oil
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar, or to taste
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Mix black-eyed peas, red onion, jalapeno peppers, olive oil, and red wine vinegar together in a bowl; season with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 292.3 calories, Carbohydrate 31.2 g, Fat 14.7 g, Fiber 7.4 g, Protein 10.2 g, SaturatedFat 2.2 g, Sodium 628.9 mg, Sugar 1 g

VIBRANT BLACK-EYED PEA SALAD



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My black-eyed pea salad reminds me of a Southern cooking class my husband and I took while visiting Savannah, Georgia. People go nuts for it at picnics and potlucks. -Danielle Lee, Sewickley, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 25m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 cans (15-1/2 ounces each) black-eyed peas, rinsed and drained
2 cups grape tomatoes, halved
1 each small green, yellow and red peppers, finely chopped
1 small red onion, chopped
1 celery rib, chopped
2 tablespoons minced fresh basil
DRESSING:
1/4 cup red wine vinegar or balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon stone-ground mustard
1 teaspoon minced fresh oregano or 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
1/4 cup olive oil

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine peas, tomatoes, peppers, onion, celery and basil., For dressing, in a small bowl, whisk vinegar, mustard, oregano, salt and pepper. Gradually whisk in oil until blended. Drizzle over salad; toss to coat. Refrigerate, covered, at least 3 hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 130 calories, Fat 6g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 319mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 5g protein. Diabetic exchanges

GLENDALEE'S BLACK-EYE PEA SALAD



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This is a dish that I am asked to make for potlucks, reunions, family get-togethers. There are never any leftovers except when I make it for myself. It is even better the next day. If I make it for myself, my next door neighbor always comes over and takes half of it home with her.

Provided by glendalee

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes

Time 1h20m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 (15 ounce) cans black-eyed peas, rinsed and drained
1 large red onion, finely diced
1 large green bell pepper, seeded and finely diced
1 large tomato, seeded and finely diced
1 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons canola oil
2 tablespoons white vinegar
1 pinch white sugar, or to taste
salt and ground black pepper to taste
½ head cabbage, coarsely chopped

Steps:

  • Place black-eyed peas, onion, green bell pepper, tomato, mayonnaise, canola oil, white vinegar, sugar, salt, and black pepper in a large bowl; stir to evenly distribute mayonnaise.
  • Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, preferably overnight.
  • Toss cabbage into black-eyed pea mixture just before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 339.8 calories, Carbohydrate 30 g, Cholesterol 8.4 mg, Fat 21.3 g, Fiber 7.8 g, Protein 9.4 g, SaturatedFat 3.1 g, Sodium 639.9 mg, Sugar 3.7 g

MELISSA'S BLACK-EYED PEA SALAD



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Perfect for New Year's Day.

Provided by Melissa

Categories     Salad     Beans

Time 8h15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 ½ cups canned black-eyed peas, rinsed and drained
¾ cup diced green bell pepper
½ cup diced celery
½ cup diced red onion
¼ cup diced yellow onion
¼ cup vegetable oil
¼ cup white sugar
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
1 clove garlic, minced
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
½ teaspoon hot pepper sauce

Steps:

  • Combine black-eyed peas, green bell pepper, celery, red onion, and yellow onion in a large bowl.
  • Whisk vegetable oil, sugar, cider vinegar, garlic, salt, black pepper, and hot pepper sauce together in a bowl.
  • Pour vinegar mixture over vegetables; toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate overnight before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 261.9 calories, Carbohydrate 29.9 g, Fat 14.2 g, Fiber 4.3 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 2.3 g, Sodium 578.2 mg, Sugar 14.7 g

CONTEST-WINNING BLACK-EYED PEA SALAD



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This is a wonderful recipe to serve any time of the year, but it's especially good with ripe cherry tomatoes picked fresh from the garden.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 package (16 ounces) frozen black-eyed peas
1 package (10 ounces) frozen peas, thawed
4 green onions, sliced
2 celery ribs, chopped
1 medium sweet yellow pepper, diced
2 medium carrots, coarsely chopped
1/3 cup chopped fresh mint
1/2 cup olive oil
1/3 cup white wine vinegar
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 cup halved cherry tomatoes
1/4 pound sliced bacon, cooked and crumbled

Steps:

  • Cook the black-eyed peas according to package directions; drain and place in a large bowl. Stir in the peas, onions, celery, yellow pepper, carrots and mint., In a jar with a tight fitting lid, combine the oil, vinegar, garlic, salt and pepper; shake well. Drizzle over salad; toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate overnight. Top with tomatoes and bacon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 184 calories, Fat 11g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 3mg cholesterol, Sodium 287mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

BLACK-EYED PEA SALAD



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Each time I take this dish to a church supper, I get many, many requests to share the recipe. My family has enjoyed this tasty salad for years, and it works very well alongside ham, brisket or chicken. It is inexpensive to make, and the red onion rings add a nice touch of color to a meal. The real beauty of this salad is that it can be made well ahead of time.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 10m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cans (15 ounces each) black-eyed peas, rinsed and drained
1/2 cup red onion rings
1/2 cup chopped green pepper
1 small garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon sugar
1/4 cup vinegar
1/4 cup vegetable oil
1/2 teaspoon salt, optional
Dash pepper
Dash hot pepper sauce

Steps:

  • In a medium salad bowl, combine peas, onion, green pepper and garlic. Stir together all remaining ingredients and pour over vegetable mixture. Chill, covered for at least 12 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 162 calories, Fat 8g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 359mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 6g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

QUICK AND EASY BLACK EYED PEA SALAD



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One of a few winners of Cooking Light Magazine's Ultimate Reader Recipe Contest, Jan/Feb 2010. So good! This is a great vegetarian lunch or a perfect pack and go side dish for a pot luck!

Provided by januarybride

Categories     Beans

Time 10m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 tablespoons lemon juice (juice of 1 lemon)
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt (I used Seasoning Salt)
1/4 teaspoon sugar (I added a little extra)
1 cup quartered cherry tomatoes (I used roma tomatoes)
1 cup diagonally cut green onion (about 4 green onions)
1/2 cup finely chopped fresh parsley
1/2 teaspoon chopped of fresh mint (I omit the mint, but that's up to you)
1 (15 7/8 ounce) can black-eyed peas (rinsed and drained)
2 garlic cloves, minced

Steps:

  • Prepare dressing by mixing together first 5 ingredients in a small bowl, stirring with a whisk until well blended.
  • Place all of salad ingredients in a large bowl, drizzle dressing over the top and toss well.
  • Cover and chill.

SUMMERY BLACK-EYED PEA SALAD



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A delicious black-eyed pea salad that is easy to make and looks beautiful at the table. Great for summer BBQs or potlucks. Tastes even better the next day!

Provided by KOHLSMOMMY

Categories     Salad     Beans

Time 4h30m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 12

6 (15 ounce) cans black-eyed peas, rinsed and drained
1 bunch celery, finely chopped
2 medium red bell peppers, finely chopped
2 medium yellow bell peppers, finely chopped
1 large red onion, finely chopped
3 bunches fresh cilantro, finely chopped
¾ cup extra-virgin olive oil
½ cup lemon juice, or more to taste
3 tablespoons minced garlic
2 tablespoons garlic powder
1 tablespoon lemon zest
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Mix black-eyed peas, celery, bell peppers, onion, and cilantro together in a bowl.
  • Whisk olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, garlic powder, salt, and pepper together in a separate bowl. Toss dressing into beans and vegetables.
  • For best flavor, refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 323.1 calories, Carbohydrate 36.3 g, Fat 15.4 g, Fiber 9 g, Protein 11.4 g, SaturatedFat 2.3 g, Sodium 673 mg, Sugar 3.3 g

COLORFUL BLACK-EYED PEA SALAD



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"This is my little spin on plain, boiled black-eyed peas," writes Susan Hinton from Morrisville, North Carolina. "I like to 'eat the rainbow,' so I add color with yellow corn, purplish onion and bright red tomatoes."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 50m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup frozen black-eyed peas
1 cup fresh or frozen corn, thawed
2 tablespoons finely chopped red onion
4-1/2 teaspoons cider vinegar
1 teaspoon olive oil
1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/4 teaspoon sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Cook peas according to package directions; drain. In a salad bowl, combine the peas, corn and onion. , In a small bowl, whisk the vinegar, oil, mustard, sugar, salt and pepper. Pour over vegetables and toss to coat. Serve warm or chilled.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 205 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 343mg sodium, Carbohydrate 37g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 10g protein.

CREAMY PEA SALAD



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Make and share this Creamy Pea Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Teresa Johnson

Categories     Vegetable

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (10 ounce) package frozen sweet peas, thawed
1/4 cup chopped onion
1/4 cup chopped celery
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup sour cream
9 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
1/2 cup cashews, coarsely chopped
lettuce leaf

Steps:

  • Combine first 7 ingredients, stirring gently.
  • Stir in bacon and cashews.
  • Serve on lettuce leaves.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 296, Fat 22, SaturatedFat 7.6, Cholesterol 27.2, Sodium 509.9, Carbohydrate 17.4, Fiber 4, Sugar 6, Protein 9.2

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use fresh, ripe black-eyed peas.
  • If you don't have time to cook the black-eyed peas yourself, you can use canned black-eyed peas. Just be sure to rinse them well before using.
  • To make the salad more flavorful, add some chopped fresh herbs, such as cilantro, parsley, or mint.
  • If you like a little spice, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or chili powder to the salad.
  • Serve the salad immediately or chill it for later. It will keep in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

Creamy black-eyed pea salad is a delicious and easy-to-make side dish that is perfect for potlucks, picnics, and barbecues. It is also a great way to use up leftover black-eyed peas. With its creamy texture, smoky flavor, and colorful appearance, this salad is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.

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