Spicy Creamy Cajun Ham and Black Eyed Peas Salad

This dish is really different and really good. It's quick and easy to prepare and sure to become a favorite. Degree of spice can be adjusted based on your personal preference. A great alternative to ham and beans or pea salad! Serve with warm, crusty bread and a tomato salad. Use fresh or frozen corn.

• Preparation Time: 28 mins
• Cooking Time: 2 mins
• Total Time: 30 mins
• Calories: 163 Calories

Ingredients

• ⅔ cup sour cream
• 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
• 1 tablespoon ketchup
• 2 cups fresh corn kernels
• 3 stalks celery, finely chopped
• 2 tablespoons chopped red onion
• 2 (15 ounce) cans black-eyed peas, rinsed and drained
• 1 cup cubed fully cooked ham
• 1 tablespoon dried cilantro
• 2 dashes hot pepper sauce (such as Tabasco®), or to taste

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Place the corn into a saucepan, cover with water, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer until the corn is fully cooked, about 2 minutes. Drain the corn in a colander set in the sink.

Step 2

Mix together the warm corn, black-eyed peas, ham, celery, and onion in a salad bowl.

Step 3

Whisk together the sour cream, ketchup, cilantro, Cajun seasoning, and hot pepper sauce in a bowl until smooth. Stir the dressing lightly into the black-eyed pea mixture until thoroughly mixed. Serve immediately.