Have you ever had a
problem getting your kids to eat vegetables?
And, perhaps, you have this same problem with your spouse or significant
other? Maybe the problem is not their
lack of love for vegetables, but in the presentation of same. If you’re piling high the steamed broccoli
and English peas next to a piece of meat and side of potatoes, why not kick
things up a bit and serve them salsa instead?
This delicious Texas
Caviar is full of goodness that your family will love. How does this sound? Iron, protein, fiber,
potassium (from the black-eyed peas), vitamin C and E (from the peppers), vitamins
A and B6 (from the cherry tomatoes). That’s a whole lot of goodness in
something they are sure to love, and you can pass this goodness off in the
guise of snack food. Genius!
It requires a bit of
chopping, and needs to rest for a couple of hours for the flavors to meld, but
it is well worth it to see those happy, appreciative faces. I add it to salads for a little extra
protein. You can also cube avocado and
add it just prior to serving. It is easily
adjustable to your own tastes, and very forgiving.
Texas Caviar
½ red onion, diced
fine
½ green pepper, diced
fine
½ red pepper, diced
fine
2 scallions, chopped
1 jalapeno, seeded
and chopped
1 garlic clove,
finely minced
1 can corn
¼ teaspoon ground
coriander
¼ teaspoon cumin
1/3 cup chopped
cilantro (optional)
1/2 pint cherry tomatoes,
quartered
1 tablespoon red
wine vinegar
Juice of ½ lime
2-4 ounces low-fat
Italian dressing (I used Wishbone)
Mix all ingredients
together. Cover and store in fridge for
2 (or more) hours before serving. Serve
with tortilla chips or pita bread.
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