Southern Caviar for New Year’s Day

Shawnda here with Platypus Wine Tours sharing my southern heritage and a tradition; eating black-eyed peas on New Year’s day for good luck! The origin story of the tradition is debated: both versions are tied to Black history.

Serves 8-10 as appetizer

Ingredients:

• 1  can black-eyed peas 15oz
• 1/2 C frozen sweet corn
• 1/2 C chopped red onion
• 1/2 jalapeno pepper, seeded and diced
• 1/2 C chopped red bell pepper
• 1/2 C chopped cilantro (or parsley)
• Optional: chopped tomatoes, green bell pepper, celery, avocado, green onions

Dressing:

• 1/4 C olive oil
• 2 TBS red wine vinegar
• Juice from one lime
• 1 tsp chili-lime seasoning
• pinch of sugar
• 1/8 tsp Dijon mustard
• 3 dashes Worcestershire
• 1 Clove garlic, minced
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Make dressing and set aside.

2. Combine remaining ingredients in a large bowl.

3. Pour dressing over ingredients and combine well.

4. Enjoy with your favorite chips or crackers.

Happy, healthy, prosperous New Year!