This vibrant Texas-style salad offers a delightful balance of sweet and tangy flavors, perfect for warm-weather gatherings. Earthy black-eyed peas are tossed with crunchy carrots, crisp bell peppers, and savory pimientos, all coated in a unique dressing made from condensed tomato soup, Worcestershire sauce, and peanut oil. The result is a refreshing dish with a complex depth of flavor that stands up to bold spices. Ideal for potlucks, picnic sides, or a light lunch, this recipe comes together quickly and tastes even better after chilling. It’s a comforting yet fresh option that highlights pantry staples in a creative new way.
Sweet & Sour Texas Black-Eyed Pea Salad
Description
This vibrant Texas-style salad offers a delightful balance of sweet and tangy flavors, perfect for warm-weather gatherings. Earthy black-eyed peas are tossed with crunchy carrots, crisp bell peppers, and savory pimientos, all coated in a unique dressing made from condensed tomato soup, Worcestershire sauce, and peanut oil. The result is a refreshing dish with a complex depth of flavor that stands up to bold spices. Ideal for potlucks, picnic sides, or a light lunch, this recipe comes together quickly and tastes even better after chilling. It&# 226;ÂÂs a comforting yet fresh option that highlights pantry staples in a creative new way.Ingredients
Directions
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In a small bowl, whisk together the sugar, white vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, peanut oil, condensed tomato soup, and minced garlic until the sugar is mostly dissolved and the dressing is smooth.
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In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked black-eyed peas, diced carrots, chopped onion, chopped green bell pepper, and chopped pimientos.
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Pour the prepared dressing over the vegetable mixture and toss gently until all ingredients are evenly coated.
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Cover the bowl tightly with plastic wrap or a lid and refrigerate for at least 4 hours to allow the flavors to meld and the vegetables to chill thoroughly.
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Give the salad a gentle stir before serving. Serve chilled on a bed of lettuce or alone as a side dish.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 6
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 120.0kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 0.5g1%
- Saturated Fat 0.0g0%
- Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
- Sodium 36.9mg2%
- Total Carbohydrate 24.7g9%
- Dietary Fiber 6.1g25%
- Sugars 7.6g
- Protein 5.7g12%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.