Texas Caviar (WFPBNO)

I wanted a snack to take house setting over the weekend. I had one can of black-eyed peas in the pantry and some beautiful store bought cherry tomatoes. This is what happened. Be sure to taste the dressing before adding it to the caviar so that you can tweak it if you believe it needs ore spice or mustard, etc.

I only used one jalapeno since we grew these and they are HOT!~  However, if you love the heat feel free to add more. Always feel free to customize according to your taste.

• 1 can black-eyed peas, drained and rinsed
• 1 pint cherry tomatoes, quartered (if small just halve them)
• 1 bunch scallions, sliced
• 1/2 cup red bell pepper, diced
• 1/2 cup dressing (recipe is below)
• 1 jalapeno pepper, small dice
• 1 tablespoon minced garlic
• 1/2 cup cilantro, chopped
• salt and pepper to taste

Add all caviar ingredients to a large bowl and mix well. Set aside.

• 1 individual serving of unsweet applesauce
• 1/4 cup white wine vinegar
• 2-3 tablespoons lemon juice
• 2 tablespoon parsley, chopped
• 2 teaspoon dried oregano
• 2 garlic cloves, crushed
• 2 teaspoons stone ground Dijon mustard
• salt and pepper to taste

Add all dressing ingredients to a blender and blend until smooth.

Add 1/2 cup of dressing to the caviar and stir well. 

Let chill for a couple of hours before serving.

Enjoy!