Black-Eyed “Peacadillo” Salad

This zingy bean salad makes a delicious accompaniment to bean and rice burgers, fried green tomatoes or cornbread.

Total Time: 30 minutes; 15 minutes active

Servings: 6

Ingredients

2 cups cooked black-eyed peas, drained
1/2 cup green bell pepper, diced
2 green onions, trimmed and thinly sliced
1 jalapeño pepper, seeded and minced
1 cup corn kernels, cooked
1 medium tomato, diced
1/4 cup pimiento-stuffed green olives, roughly chopped
1/4 cup raisins
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 lime, juiced
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon chili powder
Pinch of cayenne pepper (optional)
3/4 teaspoon sea salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

Preparation

In a large bowl, mix all of the ingredients together. Let stand for about 15 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld. Serve cold or at room temperature.

Serving Suggestion

Serve this zingy bean salad with vegetarian bean and rice burgers, fried green tomatoes or cornbread studded with jalapeño peppers and cheese.

Nutritional Information

211 calories, 8 g. fat, 0 mg. cholesterol, 532 mg. sodium, 32 g. carbohydrate, 2 g. fiber, 7 g. protein

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