Cowboy Salsa

This is the first year I managed to hear that eating black eyed peas will bring you good luck in the New Year!  All thanks to the man sampling "Cowboy Salsa" at Whole Foods.  Since these little legumes bring you good luck, and since the sample we had was oh so tasty, my Mama and I decided to make some Cowboy Salsa at the end of the year.  

Cowboy Salsa - The picture doesn't do it justice

As it is with many bean salads, this is simple to make and all you have to do is put it out with some chips or crackers.  Not only is it delicious, but it is also healthy...so don't let this worry you if your resolutions include weight loss or improved health.

I hope your New Year has started with some luck of your own and I hope you enjoy this dish!

Cowboy Salsa
Ingredients:

• 2 ripe avocados (but not over ripe), diced
• 1/2 C green onions, sliced thin
• 1/2 C fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1 C roma tomatoes, diced
• 1 can of corn (I like the sweet, light yellow kind), drained and rinsed
• 1-2 cans of black eyed peas, drained and rinsed
• 1/4 C red wine vinegar
• 1/4 C olive oil
• 1 t ground cumin
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• salt and pepper to taste

Directions:
 Easy as Pie:

1. Mix first six prepared ingredients in a medium bowl.
2. Whisk together red wine vinegar, oil, cumin, garlic, salt and pepper.
3. Pour dressing over other ingredients and toss to combine.

Now, technically, you should chill the Cowboy Salsa for atleast 30 minutes but I say have at it!
Serve with chips, crackers or bread....or just eat it plain!

Bon Appetit!