Black Eyed Pea Salad

Name: Black Eyed Pea Salad
Prep time: 20 min
Total time: 20 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: • ¼ cup raw cashews; • 4 cups collard greens or leafy greens, stems removed and chopped; • Salt to taste; • 2 cloves garlic or 3 large cloves halved and lightly sautéed, if preferred; • ½ cup roasted red bell peppers ½ cup packed, from a jar; • 1 red chili or 1 teaspoon chili flakes (optional); • 1 tablespoon lemon juice plus more to taste; • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar; • 1 ½ teaspoons maple syrup or date syrup (or to taste); • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika; • ½ teaspoon dried oregano; • 1 ½ cups cooked black-eyed peas or 1 (15-ounce) can, drained and rinsed; • 1 small cucumber small dice; • 1 medium red bell pepper small dice

Instructions

Prep:20min

This Black Eyed Pea Salad is fresh, flavorful, and full of texture. It's easy to make, perfect for meal prep, and tossed in a smoky dressing that takes it to another level. It gets even better after sitting, making it ideal for lunches, potlucks, or a simple dinner.

Updated at: Sun, 05 Apr 2026 01:02:17 GMT