HOPPIN' JOHN SALAD

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A simple and favorite Southern summertime treat! Many believe that black-eyed peas, also called cowpeas, bring good luck when served on New Year's Day.

Provided by Porfavorcorona

Categories     Rice

Time 3h30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 cups dried black-eyed peas, rinsed and drained
3 cups cooked white rice
1/4 lb Canadian bacon, cooked, finely chopped
1 small red onion, finely chopped
1 stalk celery, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 garlic clove, minced
1 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
1/2 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Place 3 quarts water and black-eyed peas in large saucepan; bring to a boil over high heat.
  • Cover; reduce heat to medium-low, simmer 1 hour or until peas are tender.
  • Rinse with cool water; drain.
  • Cool peas.
  • Combine peas, rice, bacon, onion and celery in large bowl.
  • Combine vinegar, oil, garlic, hot sauce and salt in small bowl until well blended.
  • Drizzle over pea mixture; toss to coat.
  • Cover; refrigerate 2 hours.
  • Garnish as desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 457.9, Fat 4.9, SaturatedFat 1.1, Cholesterol 9.5, Sodium 500.2, Carbohydrate 78.6, Fiber 9.4, Sugar 6.4, Protein 25.9

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