Black Eyed Pea & Mango Salad with Honey-Cumin Vinaigrette

Black Eyed Pea & Mango Salad with Honey-Cumin Vinaigrette

INGREDIENTS:

• 2 c cooked black eyed peas
• 1/2 c diced red onion
• 3/4 c diced red bell pepper
• 1 medium mango, diced (about 1 cup)
• 1 medium avocado, chopped
• 2 T finely chopped cilantro
• Honey-Cumin Vinaigrette
• 1/4 c light oil (canola, grapeseed, etc.)
• 2 T apple cider vinegar
• 1 T honey
• 1/4 c key lime juice (regular lime juice is also fine)
• 1/2 t ground cumin
• Salt & pepper to taste

DIRECTIONS:

1. Prepare the dressing by whisking together all ingredients in a small bowl until thoroughly mixed. Set aside.

2. Combine all the salad ingredients in a larger bowl. Pour the dressing into the salad and fold together gently, so as to not mash the avocado. Serve on its own or as a side to grilled chicken or shrimp, and enjoy!