Southern caviar

This delicious appetizer is seasoned with herbs and spices ― a low-sodium option for heart health!

Ingredients:
3 Roma tomatoes, seeds removed and diced
2 medium avocados, peeled and diced
1/3 cup diced sweet onion
1 15-ounce can low-sodium black beans, drained
1 15-ounce can no-salt-added black eyed peas, drained
1 1/2 cups frozen corn, thawed
1 medium green bell pepper, seeds and core removed and diced
2 serrano peppers, seeds removed and minced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro leaves
1/3 cup cold-pressed avocado oil
2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin

Directions:
1. In a large bowl, combine first 10 ingredients. Toss until well-mixed.
2. In a small bowl, whisk together last 5 ingredients.
3. Pour the dressing (made in step 2) over the ingredients in the large bowl (made in step 1). Toss until well-coated and enjoy!

Makes 24 servings

Carb choices per serving: 1 1/2

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Source: Allina Health's Patient Education Department

Reviewed By: Allina Health's Patient Education Department

First Published: 08/19/2019

Last Reviewed: 08/16/2019

You can make this dish ahead of time, cover and place it in the refrigerator until you’re ready to serve! Remember to give it one more toss just before serving to ensure the dressing doesn’t settle to the bottom of the bowl.