Hoppin John Salad with Molasses Dressing Recipe

Hoppin John Salad with Molasses Dressing Recipe

  • 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
  • 1/4 cup mild-flavored (light) molasses
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 (1-pound) bag frozen black-eyed peas
  • 1 1/2 cups 1/2-inch cubes peeled yam (red-skinned sweet potato)
  • 2 cups 1/2-inch cubes andouille sausage (about 12 ounces)
  • 1 1/2 cups frozen sliced okra, thawed, patted dry
  • 1 cup chopped red onion
  1. Whisk first 4 ingredients in small bowl to blend; season with salt and pepper.
  2. Cook black-eyed peas and yam in large saucepan of boiling salted water until tender, about 8 minutes. Drain; cool. Place in large bowl. Add andouille, okra, and onion. Add enough dressing to coat and toss.