Name: GlendaLee's Southern Black-Eyed Pea Salad
Prep time: 20 min
Total time: 1 h 20 min
Yield: 10
Cuisine: US
Ingredients: 4 (15-ounce) cans black-eyed peas, rinsed and drained; 1 large red onion, finely diced; 1 large green bell pepper, seeded and finely diced; 1 large tomato, seeded and finely diced; 1 cup mayonnaise; 2 tablespoons canola oil; 2 tablespoons white vinegar; 1 pinch white sugar, or to taste; Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste; 0.5 head cabbage, coarsely chopped

A vibrant and refreshing salad that's a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. This dish is a delightful symphony of textures and flavors, perfect for potlucks, barbecues, or a light lunch. The combination of creamy, tangy, and crisp elements makes it utterly irresistible, and it only gets better with time!

Follow The Directions

01

Step

In a large bowl, combine the rinsed and drained black-eyed peas, finely diced red onion, green bell pepper, and tomato. (5 minutes)

02

Step

In a separate small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, canola oil, white vinegar, sugar, salt, and black pepper until well combined. (2 minutes)

03

Step

Pour the dressing over the black-eyed pea mixture and stir gently to ensure all ingredients are evenly coated. (3 minutes)

04

Step

Cover the bowl tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to meld together beautifully. (1 hour minimum)

05

Step

Just before serving, toss in the coarsely chopped cabbage to add a delightful crunch to the salad. Serve chilled and enjoy! (2 minutes)

For an extra layer of flavor, consider adding a diced jalapeño pepper (with seeds removed!) or a dash of hot sauce to the dressing.
If you don't have canola oil, olive oil works perfectly well as a substitute.
Feel free to experiment with different types of vinegar, such as apple cider vinegar or red wine vinegar, to customize the flavor profile.
To prevent the cabbage from wilting, be sure to add it right before serving.

Adella Buckridge

Written by

Our recipe authors are passionate food lovers who share thousands of diverse dishes from around the world. They bring daily cooking inspiration with delicious, easy-to-make recipes for every occasion.