Black-eyed pea salad is great with Southern-inspired menus and tastes best at room temperature.
1 (14 ounce) can black-eyed peas, drained and rinsed
1 tomato - peeled, seeded, and chopped
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 slices onion, minced
¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon dried oregano
¾ teaspoon salt, or to taste
1 clove garlic, minced
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
Combine black-eyed peas, tomato, lemon juice, onion, cilantro, oil, oregano, salt, garlic, and black pepper in a bowl. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate until flavors are blended, at least 2 hours.
