Spicy Creamy Cajun Ham and Black Eyed Peas Salad

Spicy Creamy Cajun Ham and Black Eyed Peas Salad

by Clayton Caldwell 2 years ago
4.3 (7)
2 minutes
162.5 kcal
19.1 g carbs
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Description

This dish is really different and really good. It's quick and easy to prepare and sure to become a favorite. Degree of spice can be adjusted based on your personal preference. A great alternative to ham and beans or pea salad! Serve with warm, crusty bread and a tomato salad. Use fresh or frozen corn.

Ingredients
  • 2 cups fresh corn kernels
  • 2 (15 ounce) cans black-eyed peas, rinsed and drained
  • 1 cup cubed fully cooked ham
  • 3 stalks celery, finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons chopped red onion
  • ⅔ cup sour cream
  • 1 tablespoon ketchup
  • 1 tablespoon dried cilantro
  • 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
  • 2 dashes hot pepper sauce (such as Tabasco®), or to taste
Directions
  1. 1. Place the corn into a saucepan, cover with water, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer until the corn is fully cooked, about 2 minutes. Drain the corn in a colander set in the sink.
  2. 2. Mix together the warm corn, black-eyed peas, ham, celery, and onion in a salad bowl.
  3. 3. Whisk together the sour cream, ketchup, cilantro, Cajun seasoning, and hot pepper sauce in a bowl until smooth. Stir the dressing lightly into the black-eyed pea mixture until thoroughly mixed. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
serving: 10 servings
calories: 162.5 kcal
carbohydrates: 19.1 g
protein: 8.1 g
saturated fat: 3.1 g
cholesterol: 14.3 mg
sodium: 516.7 mg
fiber: 3.9 g
sugar: 1.6 g