Fiesta Salad

Makes 8 servings | Serving size: 1/2 cup

Ingredients:

  • 1 (15-ounce) can black-eyed peas, drained and rinsed
  • 1 (15-ounce) can whole-kernel corn, drained and rinsed
  • 1/2 cup chopped green pepper
  • 1/2–1 cup chopped onion

Marinade: 

  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil
  • 1/2 cup sugar or equivalent amount of artificial sweetener
  •  1/4 cup vinegar

Directions:

  1. Mix peas, corn, green pepper, and onion in a bowl.
  2. In a separate bowl, combine oil, sugar, and vinegar and stir well.
  3. Pour Marinade over vegetables and mix well. 
  4. Cover and chill 4-8 hours in refrigerator before serving. 

Nutrition Information Per Serving: 190 Calories, Total Fat 8g, Saturated Fat 1g, Protein 4g, Total Carbohydrate 26g, Dietary Fiber 3g, Sodium 15mg. Excellent source of vitamin C


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