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Monday, August 29, 2011

Black-Eyed Pea Salad



Yes, I've been on hiatus. A week of vacation turned into full weekends booked or trying to get back on track.  But I have been cooking...

I asked facebook a few days ago what in the WORLD to cook in this seemingly endless heat. A suggestion from my illustrious and fabulous cousin turned into a great idea.

Black-Eyed Pea Summer Salad

2 cans of black-eyed peas, drained and rinsed
1 corn on the cob, lightly grilled and cut off the cob
1/2 cup chopped bell pepper
1/4 red onion, chopped
1/4 cup chopped parsley
1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
1 tablespoon olive oil
Juice of 1 lime
1/4 teaspoon chili powder
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 - 1 teaspoon cumin
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Combine all ingredients. Chill at least 2 hours before serving.