YES!!! After a long, cold winter we are finally here, the first day of Spring! I am looking forward to sun, warmth and outside time! Of course, NJ is currently getting a bit of snow but thankfully tomorrow is going to warm up so that’ll all be gone. So besides warmth and sun, I am really looking forward to dishes like this Black Eyed Pea Salad! Its light, bright colors, refreshing flavors and really healthy too!Â
I mixed up some of my favorite things in this Black Eyed Pea Salad; obviously black eyed peas, some celery, red bell pepper, cucumber and red onion. The dressing is really simple as well. Olive oil, red wine vinegar, sugar, salt and pepper whisked together then tossed with the salad. This salad is actually even better the second day because the flavors really meld and its just fantastic!
This would be great as a side dish to some grilled chicken, steak or shrimp. This would be great on a taco salad or mixed in with some chopped romaine. Its a great salad and you can eat as much as you’d like with no guilt, this is super healthy with all the fiber from the black eyed peas and all those veggies! Oh and heres the thing… you can use this same method and switch up the beans and veggies used for great different variations.
- 2 can black eyed peas, rinsed and drained
- 1 red bell pepper, small dice
- 1 cucumber, seeded and small dice
- 1 stalk of celery, small dice
- 2 Tbsp small diced red onion
- 3 Tbsp olive oil
- 2 Tbsp red wine vinegar
- 1 tsp sugar
- 1 tsp salt
- pepper to taste
- scallion for garnish
- Stir together the black eyed peas, red bell pepper, red onion, celery and cucumber.
- In a bowl whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, sugar, salt and pepper until well combined.
- Toss the dressing with the salad and garnish with sliced scallion.
Tara
What a gorgeous looking salad, love it!!
Angela LeMoine
Thanks so much Tara!
Culinary Ginger
I have never tried black eyed peas but this makes me want to now. Great salad.
Angela LeMoine
Oh this is such a great refreshing salad!
KC the Kitchen Chopper
I don’t think I even tasted a black eyed pea. That just doesn’t sound right. I better on on this right away! 🙂
Angela LeMoine
This is such a tasty salad! Great bright flavors!
Libby with Lemony Thyme
This is so pretty and fresh Angela. Come on spring is right. Can’t wait for grilling and chilling with salads like this.
Angela LeMoine
Thanks Libby!! Me too, cannot wait to get out and grill! This snow is killer!
debi
This looks super yummy! I love black eyed peas! healthy and yummy! Great work!
Angela LeMoine
Thanks Debi! I love this salad
Nazima Pathan
oooh this sounds good. I always find it hard to think up recipes for pulses and beans. Must try this out!
Angela LeMoine
Thank you so much!! It’s really delicious!
Elizabeth
This is just my sort of salad – quick to whip up and full of vibrant colours and flavours. Perfect!
Angela LeMoine
Thanks! It’s definitely a great simple salad!
Kavey Eats
Another ingredient I’ve never cooked with, to add to the list.
Angela LeMoine
Oh so yummy! Definitely give it a try!
Joanne T Ferguson
Love black eyed peas and looks to be a healthy salad indeed!
Angela LeMoine
Me too, I really love this salad!
grabaplate
This is so pretty! And cucumber and celery always make me think of warmer weather — here’s hoping 🙂
Angela LeMoine
I’m certainly hoping! Ready for spring!
Loriann Cargill Bustos
Looks gorgeous and delicious! I love simple salads.
Angela LeMoine
Thank you! We love this one!
Nettie
I love black Eyed Peas never thought of making a salad with them, yummy! Nettie
Angela LeMoine
Thanks Nettie! It’s really delicious!
beckysbestbites
I make a similar version of this salad and we love it!! I can’t wait to try yours 🙂
Angela LeMoine
Thanks! I love cold bean salads!
Culinary Flavors
I hope your salad will bring eventually spring because here in Greece it has been a very cold winter! Looks very yummy!
Angela LeMoine
It’s been cold here too, I am very ready for warmth and more salads like these
Ashley Bee
I don’t think I’ve ever had black eyed peas before. I know they’re supposed to be good luck though!
Angela LeMoine
Yes! Good luck & delicious!!!
mealplanmaven
Angela, I could seriously eat this entire bowl by myself..YUM! Sharing and pinning!
Angela LeMoine
Oh I could too Linda! It’s delicious alone, with grilled chicken, on chips… So good!
Wordy
I know this is a strange question. But what is the font you used for the title of this post (just above the date and your name)? And yes, I love the recipe, as well. Thank you for posting it!
Angela LeMoine
Hi there! Not a strange question! I actually am not sure the font name. I had someone work on the design for me. I’ll see if I can find out.
Wordy
Thanks! I felt a bit awkward asking. And just for clarity, it’s the like that reads “Black Eyed Pea Salad”. I must say, though, your entire page has a really nice, crisp, but fun look to it.