Marinated Black-Eyed Pea Salad

This marinated black-eyed pea salad is made with colorful bell peppers, onion, and crumbled bacon tossed in a balsamic vinegar dressing with cumin.

• Preparation Time: 30 mins
• Total Time: 30 mins
• Calories: 159 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
• 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
• 1 red bell pepper, finely chopped
• 1 yellow bell pepper, finely chopped
• 2 jalapeno chiles, seeded and finely chopped
• 4 (15 ounce) cans black-eyed peas, rinsed and drained
• 4 slices cooked bacon, crumbled
• 0.25 cup olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin
• 0.5 cup red wine vinegar
• 0.5 onion, finely chopped

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Mix together black-eyed peas, bell peppers, onion, jalapeño chiles, parsley, and garlic in a large bowl.

Step 2

Whisk together red wine vinegar and balsamic vinegar in a small bowl. Gradually pour in olive oil, whisking constantly to thoroughly blend with vinegars. Stir salt, black pepper, and cumin into dressing until combined.

Step 3

Pour dressing over vegetable mixture, tossing to coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate, 3 to 4 hours. Just before serving, stir in bacon until incorporated.