Black Eye Pea Salad

black-eyed peas

🥗Healthier: canned chickpeas

💰Cheaper: canned black beans

Chickpeas provide a similar texture with fewer calories.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil offers healthy fats while being more affordable.

red wine vinegar

🥗Healthier: apple cider vinegar

💰Cheaper: white vinegar

Apple cider vinegar has health benefits and is often less expensive.

jalapeño

🥗Healthier: bell pepper

💰Cheaper: banana pepper

Bell peppers provide crunch without the heat.

Rinse and drain black-eyed peas if using canned.

Chop red bell pepper, green bell pepper, red onion, green onions, and jalapeño.

Finely chop cilantro and add to the bowl with the vegetables.

In a separate bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, lime juice, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper.

Pour the dressing over the vegetable mixture and toss to combine.

Let the salad sit for at least 15 minutes to allow flavors to meld.

Cooking Techniques

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