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Lucky Texas Caviar Black-Eyed Pea Salsa: 1st Bite

Texas Caviar Black-Eyed Pea Salsa
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Bring a taste of luck to your New Year’s celebration with this vibrant Texas Caviar, also known as Black-Eyed Pea Salsa. This flavorful dish is easy to make and perfect for ringing in the new year with good fortune.

Ingredients

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  • 1 (15 ounce) can black-eyed peas, rinsed and drained
  • 1 red bell pepper, finely diced
  • 1 green bell pepper, finely diced
  • 1/2 red onion, finely diced
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1 jalapeño, seeded and minced (optional)
  • 1/3 cup olive oil
  • 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine the rinsed and drained black-eyed peas, diced red bell pepper, diced green bell pepper, diced red onion, chopped cilantro, and minced jalapeño (if using).
  2. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, apple cider vinegar, sugar, salt, and black pepper.
  3. Pour the dressing over the black-eyed pea mixture.
  4. Stir gently to ensure all ingredients are well combined.
  5. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld. For best results, chill overnight.
  6. Serve chilled with tortilla chips or as a side dish.

Notes

  • For a spicier kick, leave some of the seeds in the jalapeño.
  • You can adjust the amount of sugar and vinegar to your preference.
  • This salsa can be made a day in advance, and the flavors will deepen overnight.

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