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A large glass bowl filled with Southern black-eyed pea salad, showcasing the vibrant colors of bell peppers, corn, and red onion.

Black Eyed Pea Salad: The Perfect Potluck Dish

This vibrant Black Eyed Pea Salad, also known as Texas Caviar, is packed with fresh vegetables and a zesty lime vinaigrette. It's an easy, healthy, and versatile make-ahead recipe perfect for any potluck or gathering.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Appetizer, Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: American, Southern
Calories: 185
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cans black-eyed peas 15-ounce cans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 red bell pepper finely diced
  • 1 green bell pepper finely diced
  • 1/2 cup red onion finely diced
  • 2 stalks celery finely diced
  • 1 cup corn canned or frozen (thawed)
  • 1 jalapeño seeded and minced
  • 1/2 cup fresh cilantro chopped
  • 1/3 cup olive oil
  • 1/4 cup lime juice freshly squeezed
  • 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • 1/2 tsp ground cumin
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Equipment

  • 1 Large Mixing Bowl
  • 1 Small bowl or jar
  • 1 Whisk

Method
 

  1. Finely dice the red bell pepper, green bell pepper, red onion, and celery. Mince the jalapeño and garlic, and chop the cilantro. Add all prepared vegetables to a large mixing bowl.
  2. Rinse and drain the canned black-eyed peas thoroughly. Add them to the bowl along with the corn.
  3. In a small bowl or a jar with a lid, whisk together the olive oil, lime juice, apple cider vinegar, minced garlic, sugar, and cumin until well combined.
  4. Pour the vinaigrette over the black-eyed pea and vegetable mixture. Gently toss everything together until the salad is evenly coated.
  5. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
  6. Season with salt and black pepper to taste just before serving. Enjoy!

Notes

Tip 1: For the best flavor, make this salad a few hours or even a day ahead of time.
Tip 2: Dice all your vegetables to a similar size as the black-eyed peas for the perfect texture in every bite.
Tip 3: Serve with sturdy tortilla chips for an amazing appetizer or dip.