Cowboy Caviar (black-eyed pea salsa). Gluten free..low carb load 1/2 cup serving

black-eyed peas

🥗Healthier: edamame

💰Cheaper: canned chickpeas

Edamame is a protein-rich alternative, while chickpeas are often less expensive.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil offers health benefits, while vegetable oil is typically cheaper.

Start by introducing the dish as Cowboy Caviar or black-eyed pea salsa.

Use 1 can (15 oz) of black-eyed peas and drain it.

Use 1 can (15 oz) of black beans, rinse and drain them.

Add 2/3 cup of southwest corn with poblano and red peppers to the bowl.

Chop and add 1/3 cup of celery to the mixture.

Chop and add 1/2 cup of red onion to the mixture.

Chop and add 1/3 cup of red bell pepper and 1/3 cup of yellow bell pepper to the mixture.

Chop a roma tomato but reserve it for later to avoid sogginess.

Prepare the dressing by combining 1/4 cup of olive oil, 2 tablespoons of red wine vinegar, and 1 teaspoon of cumin in a bowl.

Start with 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper and 1 teaspoon of salt in the dressing.

Add 1 tablespoon of minced garlic and 1 tablespoon of smoked paprika to the dressing.

Use 1.5 tablespoons of Stevia instead of honey for sweetness.

Squeeze in 4 tablespoons of lime juice into the dressing.

Taste the dressing and adjust seasonings as needed, adding more vinegar, pepper, or cumin to preference.

Pour the dressing over the bean mixture and mix well to combine.

Let the mixture sit overnight or for several hours to allow flavors to meld.

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