How to Make Shoe Peg Salad - A Step-by-Step Guide

Shoe Peg Salad is a refreshing and vibrant dish that is perfect for summer gatherings, picnics, or just as a light and healthy side dish for any meal. This salad is made with shoe peg corn, which is a small, sweet variety of white corn, along with a medley of fresh vegetables and a tangy dressing. It's a simple yet flavorful dish that is loved by both kids and adults alike.

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Ingredients

  • ¾ cup white sugar
  • ¾ cup distilled white vinegar
  • ½ cup olive oil
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 teaspoon celery seed
  • 2 (15 ounce) cans whole kernel corn, drained
  • 1 (15 ounce) can baby peas, drained
  • 1 (15 ounce) can green beans, drained
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 1 green bell pepper, chopped
  • ½ (4 ounce) jar pimentos

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 5 mins
  • Additional Time: 13 hrs 20 mins
  • Total Time: 13 hrs 35 mins
  • Servings: 7
  • Yield: 6 to 8 servings

  • In a small saucepan, combine sugar, vinegar, and olive oil. Season to taste with salt, black pepper, and celery seeds. Heat until hot, but not boiling. Cool.
  • In a large bowl, combine corn, peas, green beans, onion, green pepper, and pimentos. Pour cooled vinegar mixture over vegetables; mix well. Chill in the refrigerator overnight. Serve cold.
  • Nutrition

    371 cal.

    • Total Fat: 17g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Sodium: 643mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 54g
    • Dietary Fiber: 6g
    • Total Sugars: 29g
    • Protein: 6g
    • Vitamin C: 27mg
    • Calcium: 37mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 310mg