
Avocado and Black Eyed Pea Salsa Recipe
Avocado and black-eyed pea salsa creates rich and flavorful chip dip that combines creamy avocado with protein-packed black-eyed peas for substantial, satisfying appetizer options. This innovative combination demonstrates how traditional Southern ingredients can be transformed into Mexican-inspired preparations while providing excellent nutrition. The rich, flavorful results create memorable appetizers while the protein content makes this more substantial than typical salsas.

This avocado and black-eyed pea salsa is a rich and flavorful chip dip!
Ingredients
2 ripe but firm avocados, diced
1 (15 ounce) can black-eyed peas, rinsed and drained
1 (11 ounce) can shoepeg corn, drained
1 cup chopped roma (plum) tomatoes
½ cup chopped fresh cilantro
½ cup chopped green onion
¼ cup red wine vinegar
¼ cup olive oil
1 teaspoon ground cumin
½ teaspoon minced garlic
salt and black pepper to taste
Directions
Mix together avocados, peas, corn, tomatoes, cilantro, and green onion lightly in a salad bowl until well combined.
Whisk together red wine vinegar, olive oil, cumin, and garlic in a medium bowl and pour over salad. Season with salt and pepper; lightly toss salad again. Chill in the refrigerator to blend the flavors before serving, about 1 hour.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
154 | Calories |
10g | Fat |
15g | Carbs |
3g | Protein |
Nutrition Facts | |
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Servings Per Recipe 12 | |
Calories 154 | |
% Daily Value * | |
Total Fat 10g | 13% |
Saturated Fat 1g | 7% |
Sodium 184mg | 8% |
Total Carbohydrate 15g | 5% |
Dietary Fiber 4g | 15% |
Total Sugars 2g | |
Protein 3g | 7% |
Vitamin C 9mg | 10% |
Calcium 19mg | 1% |
Iron 1mg | 4% |
Potassium 289mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.