HOPPIN JOHN SALAD

By Lanai317

Ingredients

• 2 celery ribs
• 1 yellow bell pepper
• 1 red bell pepper
• 1/2 medium onion
• 4 (15-ounce) cans black-eyed peas, rinsed and drained
• 2 jalapeño peppers, seeded and diced
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/2 cup red wine vinegar
• 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 4 bacon slices, cooked and crumbled
• Garnish: fresh chopped parsley

Preparation

Step 1

Dice first 4 ingredients. Combine diced vegetables, peas, and next 6 ingredients in a large bowl.

Combine vinegars in a small bowl, and whisk in oil in a slow, steady stream, blending well. Add to vegetable mixture, tossing gently to coat. Cover and chill 3 to 4 hours. Stir in bacon. Garnish, if desired.