Low Fat Refreshing Black-Eyed Pea Salad
Brighten up your table with this Low Fat Refreshing Black-Eyed Pea Salad, a wholesome and vibrant dish that's as nutritious as it is flavorful. Packed with tender black-eyed peas, crisp cucumbers, juicy cherry tomatoes, and the crunch of red bell pepper, this salad is a medley of fresh, colorful vegetables perfect for any occasion. A zesty dressing made with fresh lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, and a touch of extra virgin olive oil ties everything together while keeping things light and healthy. Ready in just 20 minutes with no cooking required, this high-fiber, low-fat recipe is ideal for meal prep, potlucks, or as a refreshing side dish. Serve it chilled to enjoy the ultimate burst of tangy, herbaceous goodness!
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Ingredients
- 2 cups canned black-eyed peas
- 1 medium red bell pepper
- 1 medium cucumber
- 1 small red onion
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 0.25 cup fresh parsley
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Drain and rinse the canned black-eyed peas in a colander. Set them aside to let excess water drip off.
Step 2
Dice the red bell pepper, cucumber, and red onion into small, bite-sized pieces.
Step 3
Cut the cherry tomatoes in half, and finely chop the fresh parsley.
Step 4
In a large bowl, combine the drained black-eyed peas, diced red bell pepper, diced cucumber, diced red onion, halved cherry tomatoes, and chopped parsley.
Step 5
In a small bowl, whisk together fresh lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, extra virgin olive oil, salt, and ground black pepper to make the dressing.
Step 6
Pour the dressing over the black-eyed pea mixture and toss everything gently until well coated.
Step 7
Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. If desired, add more lemon juice for extra tanginess.
Step 8
Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
Step 9
Serve chilled as a refreshing side dish or appetizer.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1127.9g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 646.8 |
| Total Fat 16.7g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 2.5g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2068.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 99.6g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 22.1g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 25.7g | |
| Protein 28.5g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 223.1mg | 0% |
| Iron 9.9mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2232.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories