Nut-Free Refreshing Black-Eyed Pea Salad

Bright, zesty, and utterly satisfying, this Nut-Free Refreshing Black-Eyed Pea Salad is a delightful one-bowl dish brimming with fresh, healthy ingredients. Packed with protein-rich black-eyed peas, crisp red bell peppers, juicy cherry tomatoes, cool cucumber, and a touch of red onion for a mild, zesty bite, this salad comes together in just 20 minutes—with no cooking required! Tossed in a simple, tangy lemon and olive oil dressing, and finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley, it's a perfect make-ahead option for picnics, potlucks, or light lunches. Plus, the nut-free preparation ensures it's allergy-friendly and suitable for a wide range of dietary needs. Bursting with color and flavor, this salad is as gorgeous as it is nourishing!

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups Canned black-eyed peas
• 1 medium Red bell pepper
• 1 medium Cucumber
• 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
• 1 small Red onion
• 0.25 cup Fresh parsley
• 3 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper

Directions

Step 1

First, rinse and drain the canned black-eyed peas thoroughly to remove excess sodium.

Step 2

Dice the red bell pepper into small cubes and place them into a large mixing bowl.

Step 3

Peel and dice the cucumber into similar small cubes, adding them to the same bowl.

Step 4

Cut the cherry tomatoes into halves or quarters, depending on size, and add them to the bowl.

Step 5

Finely chop the small red onion and add it to the mixture for a subtle zing.

Step 6

Roughly chop the fresh parsley and incorporate it into the salad for fresh aromatics.

Step 7

In a separate small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.

Step 8

Pour the dressing over the black-eyed pea mixture and gently toss to combine, ensuring all ingredients are coated with the dressing.

Step 9

Let the salad sit for about 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 10

Serve immediately, or refrigerate to serve chilled later.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1144.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	780.2

Total Fat 30.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3248.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 100.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 22.3g	0%
Total Sugars 26.0g
Protein 28.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 225.7mg	0%
Iron 10.2mg	0%
Potassium 2244.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 34.9%

Protein: 14.4%

Carbs: 50.7%