Cowboy Caviar

Makes 16 Servings

Ingredients:

• 3 15oz cans black-eyed peas, drained and rinsed
• 1 large Vidalia or yellow onion, small dice
• 2 red bell peppers, small dice
• 4 ribs celery, small dice
• 2 Tbs cilantro, rough chopped

Instructions:

Toss the above ingredients with Cilantro Lime Vinaigrette (recipe below) and chill overnight.  May be served cold or at room temperature.

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Cilantro Lime Vinaigrette

Ingredients:

• 1/4 cup lime juice, freshly squeezed
• 2 Tbs honey
• 2 fresh jalapeno peppers, seeded and minced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 cup cilantro, loosely packed
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tsp black pepper
• 1/2 tsp cumin
• 1/2 cup canola oil

Instructions:

Place all ingredients, except canola oil, in blender or food processor.  While blending, slowly add oil to emulsify.  Taste and adjust seasoning as necessary.