How many servings does this recipe make?

This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

What ingredients do I need for Bean and Cashew Nut Salad?

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup lima beans dried, soaked overnight, or 30 oz canned lima beans, 1 cup black-eyed peas freshly cooked or canned, 2 each celery stalks finely chopped, 1 small sweet red bell peppers seeded and finely chopped, and more.

Is Bean and Cashew Nut Salad suitable as salads?

Yes, Bean and Cashew Nut Salad falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

How do I store leftover Bean and Cashew Nut Salad?

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

Bean and Cashew Nut Salad Recipe

Name: Bean and Cashew Nut Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup lima beans dried, soaked overnight, or 30 oz canned lima beans; 1 cup black-eyed peas freshly cooked or canned; 2 each celery stalks finely chopped; 1 small sweet red bell peppers seeded and finely chopped; 2 tablespoons cashew nuts roasted, or more to taste; 2 each scallions, spring or green onions chopped; 1 tablespoon ketchup; 1 each garlic cloves crushed; 1 x salt and black pepper to taste; 1/4 teaspoon cumin ground; 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar or wine vinegar; 6 tablespoons olive oil

Fresh, crisp and full of flavor — this Bean and Cashew Nut Salad is a must-try. Made with beans, black-eyed peas freshly, sweet red bell peppers and nut…

This Bean and Cashew Nut Salad relies on simple, everyday ingredients such as ketchup, each garlic cloves crushed, cumin ground and olive oil. It comes together quickly and makes 4 servings, at about 408 kcal each. The step-by-step instructions below are written to be easy to follow, even on a busy day.

It works as a light main on its own or as a starter alongside crusty bread, and it's just as good for a cozy night in as it is for feeding a crowd. Leftovers keep well, so it's a smart choice for meal prep too.

Updated Jun 30, 2026

Serves 4 Salads

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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