Healthy Recipe: Texas Caviar

The first time I tried a variation of this popular bean dish, I was in Austin, TX. I was surprised by how simple and tasty it was. It is a great as a side dish or snack. Fat free, high fiber, and packed with vitamins--you can't go wrong. You can omit or add vegetables for tasty variations.

Ingredients:
1 can black eyed peas, rinsed
1 small onion diced
1/2 - 1 pepper, diced (go for red, yellow, or orange for added vitamins)
1/2 small onion, diced
2 stalks celery, diced
2 medium carrots, peeled and diced
cilantro (or parsley), chopped (about a handful)
champagne or white wine vinegar to taste (I like 2-3 tablespoons)
salt and pepper to taste

Directions: So easy.... mix all of that stuff together in a tupperware. Refrigerate a few hours or overnight so the flavors can meld.

Serving size:
1/2 cup as side dish or snack
Servings: about 3.5

Calories per serving: approximately 110kcal
Protein: 8g
Fat: 0
Fiber: 3g
Iron: 15% DV