"Black-Eyed Pea and Okra Salad is a harmonious blend of roasted okra, tender black-eyed peas, diced tomatoes, red onion, and fresh parsley, all dressed in a zesty vinaigrette, creating a refreshing and flavorful side dish."
Black-Eyed Pea and Okra Salad
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Prep time: 30mins
Cook time: 30mins
Serves or Makes: 4
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ingredients
- 1 pound sliced into rounds okra
- 1 cup black-eyed peas
- 1 small diced red onion
- 1 large diced tomato
- 1/2 cup freshly chopped parsley
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 clove minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- to taste salt and ground black pepper
Method
Step 1
Prepare the Black-Eyed Peas: If using dried black-eyed peas, soak them overnight, and then cook them according to package instructions. If using canned black-eyed peas, rinse and drain them.
Step 2
Roast the Okra: Preheat your oven to 400°F. Place the sliced okra on a baking sheet and drizzle with a bit of extra virgin olive oil. Season with salt and ground black pepper. Roast the okra in the preheated oven for 15 minutes, until it becomes tender and slightly crispy. Remove from the oven and let it cool.
Step 3
Prepare the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, apple cider vinegar, minced garlic, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and ground black pepper. Adjust the seasonings to taste.
Step 4
Assemble the Salad: In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked black-eyed peas, roasted okra, finely chopped red onion, diced tomato, and chopped fresh parsley. Pour the prepared dressing over the salad ingredients in the mixing bowl. Gently toss the salad until all the ingredients are well coated with the dressing.
Step 5
Season and Chill: Season the salad with additional salt and black pepper to taste, if needed. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a lid and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Step 6
Serve: Before serving, give the Roasted Okra and Black-Eyed Pea Salad a final toss to refresh the dressing. Serve chilled as a refreshing side dish or as a light and healthy salad.