Black Eyed Pea Salad Recipe | Heath Riles BBQ

black eyed peas

🥗Healthier: lentils

💰Cheaper: chickpeas

Lentils provide similar texture and protein, while chickpeas are often more affordable.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil offers health benefits, while vegetable oil is cost-effective.

red onion

🥗Healthier: green onion

💰Cheaper: white onion

Green onions are lower in calories and provide a mild flavor.

lemon juice

🥗Healthier: lime juice

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Lime juice adds a similar acidity, while vinegar is often less expensive.

Drain the juice off the canned black eyed peas.

Dice the jalapeno, removing the seeds if desired.

In a bowl, combine the black eyed peas, diced jalapeno, chopped cilantro, green bell pepper, red onion, and heirloom tomato.

Add avocado oil, sugar, lime juice, and garlic butter rub to the bowl.

Mix all ingredients together until well combined.

Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.

Refrigerate for 4-24 hours to allow flavors to meld before serving.

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