Brazilian recipe
Black-eyed pea vinaigrette: a zesty and refreshing salad (Vinagrete de feijão fradinho)
Discover the versatility of black-eyed peas in this vibrant, refreshing salad. A classic dish full of bold flavors that pairs perfectly with any meal.
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Ingredients
1 cup black-eyed peas
4 cups water for boiling
1 medium red onion
1/2 yellow bell pepper
2 medium tomatoes
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
Juice of 1 lime
1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves
Salt to taste
Freshly ground black pepper to taste
4 cups water for boiling
1 medium red onion
1/2 yellow bell pepper
2 medium tomatoes
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
Juice of 1 lime
1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves
Salt to taste
Freshly ground black pepper to taste
Where to find ingredients
You can find dried black-eyed peas and fresh produce at local municipal markets or supermarket greengrocers. If black-eyed peas are unavailable, you may substitute with chickpeas as a practical alternative, although the black-eyed pea remains the authentic choice for this dish.
Preparation method
- Place the black-eyed peas in a pressure cooker.
- Add the 4 cups of water.
- Cover the cooker and place over high heat.
- Once the cooker reaches pressure, reduce the heat.
- Cook for 10 minutes.
- Dice the red onion into small cubes.
- Remove the seeds from the yellow bell pepper and dice into small cubes.
- Halve the tomatoes, discard the seeds, and chop into small cubes.
- Wash and finely chop the fresh cilantro leaves.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the diced onion, bell pepper, and tomatoes.
- Turn off the heat after the cooking time and allow the pressure to release naturally before opening.
- Drain the cooked beans in a colander.
- Rinse the beans under cold water to stop the cooking process and drain thoroughly.
- Add the cooked black-eyed peas to the bowl with the diced vegetables.
- Season with the olive oil, white wine vinegar, lime juice, salt, and black pepper.
- Toss all ingredients gently until well combined.
- Serve the vinaigrette immediately, garnished with fresh cilantro leaves.
Observations
Black-eyed pea vinaigrette is a quintessential, versatile dish in Brazilian cuisine. Its harmonious blend of textures and the sharpness of the fresh aromatics make it an excellent side for grilled meats, fresh fish, or simply as a light and nutritious salad on warm, sunny days. This quick, straightforward recipe is a crowd-pleaser that fits perfectly into any menu.
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