ZESTY HOPPIN JOHN SALAD

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I created this salad version of Hoppin John by combining a number of ingredients from other Hoppin John recipes and adding cilantro, tomatillos, and lemon juice for a zesty flavor. The salad is just as good without red pepper for those with discerning palates. Also as an alternative, a favorite hot sauce can be substituted for the red pepper with each individual serving. I like to add a dash of Louisiana-style cayenne pepper sauce to mine.

Provided by Mike

Categories     Salad     Beans

Time 1h

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 15

3 (15 ounce) cans black-eyed peas, drained
8 stalks celery, cut into 1/4-inch dice
10 roma (plum) tomatoes, cut into 1/4-inch dice
1 cucumber, cut into 1/4-inch dice
1 red onion, cut into 1/4-inch dice
1 green bell pepper, cut into 1/4-inch dice
1 yellow bell pepper, cut into 1/4-inch dice
1 orange bell pepper, cut into 1/4-inch dice
2 tomatillos, cut into 1/4-inch dice
¼ cup lemon juice
¼ cup balsamic vinegar
¼ cup olive oil
1 tablespoon chopped cilantro
½ teaspoon red pepper flakes, or to taste
4 leaves romaine lettuce, or as needed

Steps:

  • Combine black-eyed peas, celery, roma tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, green, yellow, and orange bell peppers, and tomatillos in a salad bowl. Gently stir lemon juice, balsamic vinegar, olive oil, cilantro, and red pepper flakes into the salad. Chill before serving; serve over romaine lettuce leaves.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 232.6 calories, Carbohydrate 33.1 g, Fat 8.1 g, Fiber 7.9 g, Protein 9.4 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, Sodium 511.7 mg, Sugar 6.5 g

Clarence More
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This was the first time I ever made a salad with black-eyed peas. It was so good! I'll definitely be making it again.


Krisean Johnson
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This salad is perfect for parties and potlucks. It's easy to make ahead of time, and it travels well. It's also very popular with guests. I always get rave reviews when I bring this salad to a party.


Hassani Miraji
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This salad is very affordable to make. The ingredients are all very inexpensive. It's a great way to feed a crowd on a budget.


ziad marey
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This salad is packed with healthy ingredients. The black-eyed peas are a good source of protein and fiber, the bacon adds some healthy fats, and the vegetables provide vitamins and minerals. It's a great salad to enjoy as part of a healthy diet.


David Njagi
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This salad is so easy to make! I had it on the table in less than 30 minutes. It's also very versatile. You can add or remove ingredients to suit your taste. I highly recommend this recipe for anyone who loves a good salad.


Habby Aaron
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I love spicy food, so I added a few jalapeños to this salad. It gave it a nice kick! I also used a Creole mustard vinaigrette instead of the regular vinaigrette. It was a delicious and unique twist on a classic salad.


Anton Chance
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I'm a vegetarian, so I made a few modifications to this recipe. I used tofu instead of bacon, and I added some chopped walnuts for extra crunch. It turned out great! I'll definitely be making this salad again.


Riyad Miya
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This recipe is a keeper! It's a great way to use up leftover black-eyed peas. I also love that it's a no-cook salad, so it's perfect for busy weeknights. I highly recommend this recipe.


Erumole Charity
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I'm always looking for new salad recipes, and this one definitely caught my eye. I was a bit skeptical about the combination of black-eyed peas and bacon, but it totally works! The dressing is also amazing. I'll be making this salad again and again.


Ruth Wandia
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This salad was a hit at my last potluck! It's so refreshing and flavorful. I especially loved the combination of the black-eyed peas, bacon, and red peppers. Will definitely be making this again.