Piquant jalapeno chiles complement the earthy flavor of black-eyed peas in this fiber-rich side salad; they also add crunch, along with the diced red onion.
2 cans (15 ounces each) black-eyed peas, drained, rinsed, and excess water shaken out
2 fresh jalapeno peppers, seeds and ribs discarded, flesh cut into 1/4 inch dice
1 small red onion, cut into 1/4 inch dice
3/4 cup sprouts, such as sunflower or alfalfa
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons red-wine vinegar
Coarse salt and freshly ground black
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How to make
Black- eyed pea and jalapeno salad
Put the black-eyed peas, jalapenos, onion, and sprouts in a large bowl.