Black Eyed Pea Salad with Cajun Seasoning and Fresh Vegetables Recipe
A vibrant and flavorful Black Eyed Pea Salad featuring black-eyed peas, sweet corn, colorful bell peppers, and a zesty Creole Cajun dressing. Perfect as a refreshing side dish or light snack, this salad is easy to prepare and packed with fresh herbs and spices for a tasty Southern-inspired treat.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Southern American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Salad Ingredients
- 2 (15.5-ounce) cans black-eyed peas, drained & rinsed
- 1 (15-ounce) can sweet whole kernel corn, drained & rinsed
- 1 green bell pepper, finely diced
- 1 red bell pepper, finely diced
- ½ cup red onion, finely diced
- 1 small jalapeño, deseeded & finely diced
- ¾ cup fresh chopped flat-leaf parsley
- 1 tablespoon Creole Cajun seasoning, homemade or store-bought
Dressing Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon garlic paste
- 2 tablespoons white balsamic vinegar
- Kosher salt & fresh ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the drained and rinsed black-eyed peas and corn with the finely diced green and red bell peppers, red onion, jalapeño, freshly chopped flat-leaf parsley, and Creole Cajun seasoning. Mix well to distribute all the ingredients evenly.
- Make Dressing and Toss Salad: In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, garlic paste, and white balsamic vinegar until well combined. Pour this dressing over the black-eyed pea mixture and toss thoroughly to coat all the salad ingredients and bring out the flavors. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, or additional Cajun seasoning as preferred.
- Chill and Serve: Transfer the prepared salad to an airtight container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld nicely. Before serving, toss the salad once again since natural separation may occur. Serve the salad as a refreshing side dish, a snack with tortilla chips, or alongside your favorite main entree. Enjoy!
Notes
- For milder heat, remove all seeds from the jalapeño before dicing.
- Use fresh parsley for best flavor; flat-leaf parsley is preferred for its robust taste.
- Adjust Cajun seasoning to your preferred spice level or use a milder seasoning blend if desired.
- This salad stores well in the refrigerator for up to 2-3 days.
- Serve chilled for the best taste experience.
Keywords: Black Eyed Pea Salad, Cajun Salad, Vegetarian Salad, No-Cook Salad, Southern Salad, Healthy Salad, Bean Salad
