Black-Eyed Peas and Corn Salad

Black-Eyed Peas and Corn Salad is perfect for New Year’s Day or any day of the year! Combine black-eyed peas, corn, red bell pepper, green olives, and a tangy dressing for a flavorful healthy dish.

Did you know that in the Southern United States, eating black-eyed peas on New Year’s Day is thought to bring good luck? They traditionally eat the legume with pork and hot chili sauce, but this recipe avoids animal products and is very healthy.

You can eat this Black-Eyed Pea and Corn Salad on its own as a side salad, on a bed of greens as a meal, as a topping for baked potatoes, or scooped up with tortilla chips. It makes a large quantity, so it’s perfect for potlucks or to take for lunch during the week to work or school. You can eat it right away, but the flavors develop better if you refrigerate it for several hours or overnight before serving.

I also like to serve this salad along with a few others such as Broccoli Salad with Sunflower Seeds and Cranberries and Strawberry Avocado Kale Salad. There’s just something about a trio of salads that makes for a delicious meal.

Now let’s make Black-Eyed Peas and Corn Salad!

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Black-Eyed Peas and Corn Salad

Black-Eyed Peas and Corn Salad is perfect for New Year's Day or any day! Combine black-eyed peas, corn, red bell pepper, green olives and a tangy dressing.

Course Salad

Cuisine American

Prep Time 15 minutes

Total Time 15 minutes

Servings 8

Calories 163 kcal

Author Amy Katz

Ingredients

• 2 cans black-eyed peas rinsed and drained
• 1 can corn drained
• 2 red bell peppers chopped
• 2 green onions sliced
• 1/2 cup green olives sliced
• 1/4 cup fresh cilantro chopped
• 4 Tbsp apple cider vinegar
• 2 Tbsp lime juice
• 2 Tbsp olive oil
• 1/2 tsp ground cumin
• 1/4 tsp chili powder
• 1/4 tsp salt (or to taste)

Instructions

1. Combine all the ingredients in a large bowl.
2. Refrigerate a few hours or overnight.
3. Mix thoroughly before serving and taste to adjust for seasoning.
4. Enjoy as a salad or as a topping for baked potato or tortilla chips.

Nutrition Facts

Black-Eyed Peas and Corn Salad

Amount Per Serving

Calories 163 Calories from Fat 45

% Daily Value*

Total Fat 5g 8%

Saturated Fat 0g 0%

Cholesterol 0mg 0%

Sodium 480mg 20%

Potassium 299mg 9%

Total Carbohydrates 24g 8%

Dietary Fiber 5g 20%

Sugars 4g

Protein 6g 12%

Vitamin A 4.4%

Vitamin C 12.9%

Calcium 2.8%

Iron 11.3%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Do you have any New Year’s Day traditions? Please let me know in the comments!

I wish you all a prosperous new year, and want to take a moment to thank everyone who has been following my blog and trying my recipes. It really means a lot to me. If there are any recipes or tips you would like to see next year, please leave a comment on this post. Happy New Year!

You may also be interested in these other healthy recipes to start the year off right:

Philosophie Green Smoothie

Roasted Chickpea Fattoush Salad

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