Black-Eyed Pea Salad

Ingredients

• 500 grams fresh black-eyed peas
• 4 cloves garlic (minced)
• 1/2 tea glass olive oil
• Juice of 1 lemon
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• Dill (optional, for garnish)

Calories are an editor’s estimate per serving, not a lab measurement.

Method

1. 1

   Trim and clean the stems of the fresh black-eyed peas.

2. 2

   Boil in plenty of boiling water for about 20-25 minutes until tender.

3. 3

   Immediately transfer to ice water to shock them and preserve their green color.

4. 4

   Whisk olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, and salt in a bowl for the dressing.

5. 5

   Place the drained beans on a serving plate and pour the dressing over them.

6. 6

   Garnish with red pepper flakes and dill, serve warm or cold.

Note. Adding a teaspoon of sugar to the boiling water helps the beans keep their vibrant color.