Black-Eyed Peas and Rice Salad

Beans are a super food and this is one of the many bonuses they may offer our health. This is a unique dish that is easy to prepare.

You’ll Need

• 1 1/2 cups cooked black-eyed peas
• 3 cups hot cooked rice
• 1 Tablespoon Dijon-style mustard
• 1 teaspoon salt
• Fresh ground pepper
• 3 Tablespoons red wine vinegar
• ¾ cup extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 medium onion, minced
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 1 large carrot, peeled and grated
• ¼ cup minced parsley

Directions

• In a bowl, whisk the mustard, salt, pepper and vinegar until dissolved.
• Drizzle in the oil while whisking.
• Toss the black-eyed peas and the rice with the vinaigrette until everything is nicely coated.
• Mix in the onion, garlic, carrot and parsley.
• Adjust the salt, if needed.
• Bring to room temperature before serving.
• This dish can be prepared a day ahead and refrigerated, covered.

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