Marinated Black-Eyed Pea Salad

This black eyed pea salad with crunchy bell peppers and crispy bacon tossed in a sweet and spicy vinegar dressing makes a terrific potluck dish.

• 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

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

Step 2

Whisk red wine vinegar and balsamic vinegar together in a small bowl; gradually pour in olive oil, whisking constantly until thoroughly blended. Stir in salt, black pepper, and cumin.

Step 3

Pour dressing over pea salad, tossing to coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate until completely chilled, about 3 hours. Just before serving, stir in bacon.