No-Cook Poor Man's Caviar

Ingredients

• 1 (15-ounce) can black-eyed peas, drained, rinsed, and patted dry
• 1/2 cup finely chopped red bell pepper
• 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon salt

Directions

1. In a medium bowl, combine the black-eyed peas, red bell pepper, red onion, and garlic.
2. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, cumin, pepper, and salt.
3. Pour the olive oil mixture over the black-eyed pea mixture and stir to combine.
4. Serve with chips, crackers, or toasted baguette slices.

Interesting Facts

• No-Cook Poor Man's Caviar is a popular dip in the Southern United States.
• It is a great way to use up leftover black-eyed peas.
• This dip can be served cold or at room temperature.