World Flavors Cookbook

Börülce Salatası (Black-Eyed Pea Salad)

A refreshing Turkish meze — tender black-eyed peas dressed with olive oil, lemon, onion, tomato, and herbs.

Cuisine: Turkey

Ingredients

• 2 cups dried black-eyed peas, soaked
• 1 onion, finely diced
• 2 tomatoes, diced
• 1 bunch parsley, chopped
• 4 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp lemon juice
• Salt, pepper, sumac

Instructions

1. Boil peas until tender but not mushy, about 25-30 minutes. Drain and cool.
2. Toss with onion, tomatoes, and parsley.
3. Dress with olive oil and lemon juice.
4. Season with salt, pepper, and a sprinkle of sumac.
5. Rest 30 minutes before serving for flavors to meld.