Aswad salad(Eggplant Salad) || South Sudanese Recipe

black-eyed peas

🥗Healthier: quinoa

💰Cheaper: canned beans

Quinoa is a protein-rich alternative, while canned beans save time.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil offers healthy fats, while vegetable oil is budget-friendly.

garlic

🥗Healthier: garlic powder

💰Cheaper: onion powder

Garlic powder provides flavor without fresh garlic's cost.

chili peppers

🥗Healthier: jalapeños

💰Cheaper: bell peppers

Jalapeños add heat, while bell peppers are milder and less expensive.

Rinse black-eyed peas under cold water until clean.

Boil black-eyed peas in salted water until tender, about 20-25 minutes.

Drain black-eyed peas and let cool.

Chop tomatoes, cucumbers, onions, and bell peppers into small pieces.

Finely chop parsley and garlic.

Combine black-eyed peas, chopped vegetables, parsley, and garlic in a large bowl.

Drizzle with lemon juice and olive oil.

Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Mix everything gently until well combined.

Let the salad rest for 10 minutes to allow flavors to meld.

Serve chilled or at room temperature.

Cooking Techniques

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