Name: Melissa's Black-Eyed Pea Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 8 h 15 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: US
Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups canned black-eyed peas, rinsed and drained; 3/4 cup diced green bell pepper; 1/2 cup diced celery; 1/2 cup diced red onion; 1/4 cup diced yellow onion; 1/4 cup vegetable oil; 1/4 cup white sugar; 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar; 1 clove garlic, minced; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper; 1/2 teaspoon hot pepper sauce (such as Tabasco)

Celebrate the New Year, or any day, with this vibrant and flavorful Black-Eyed Pea Salad. A refreshing and zesty side dish that's sure to bring good fortune to your table!

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01

Step

15 mins

In a large bowl, gently combine the rinsed and drained black-eyed peas, diced green bell pepper, celery, red onion, and yellow onion. (Prep time: 15 minutes)

02

Step

5 mins

In a separate small bowl, whisk together the vegetable oil, sugar, apple cider vinegar, minced garlic, salt, ground black pepper, and hot pepper sauce until well combined and the sugar is mostly dissolved. (Prep time: 5 minutes)

03

Step

2 mins

Pour the vinaigrette over the black-eyed pea mixture. Gently toss to ensure all ingredients are evenly coated. (Prep time: 2 minutes)

04

Step

8 hrs

Cover the bowl tightly with plastic wrap or transfer to an airtight container. Refrigerate overnight, or for at least 8 hours, to allow the flavors to meld. (Refrigeration time: 8+ hours)

05

Step

Before serving, give the salad a gentle stir. Taste and adjust seasonings if necessary, adding more salt, pepper, or hot sauce to your preference.

For a spicier kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the vinaigrette.
If you prefer a sweeter salad, increase the sugar to 1/3 cup.
Fresh herbs like parsley or cilantro can be added for extra flavor.
For a heartier salad, consider adding diced avocado just before serving.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.6/ 5 ( 8 Ratings)

Total Reviews: (4)

Mara Bernier
Jun 16, 2025
This salad was a hit at our New Year's party! Everyone loved the zesty flavor.
Flavie Roob
May 27, 2025
I added some chopped cilantro, and it was amazing! Thanks for the recipe.
Nathanael Donnelly
Mar 30, 2025
I made this recipe last year, and it's become a family favorite. So easy and delicious!
Rowland Swift
Mar 14, 2025
The overnight refrigeration is key. The flavors really come together beautifully.

Melissa's Black-Eyed Pea Salad

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