This favorite of Lot 13 Blog community member Linda is a perfect low-calorie snack.  Preparation is easy and requires little more than a mixing bowl and spoon!  Don’t forget the toasted pita bread!

1 can black eyed peas, rinsed and drained
1 can black beans, rinsed and drained
2 – 3 medium tomatoes, diced
1 stalk celery, diced
1 red sweet pepper, diced
1/2 c. green onion, diced
1/2 tsp. crushed red pepper
1 T. cilantro (or 1 tsp. dried)
1 tsp. sugar
pinch cayenne pepper (optional)
8 – 10 oz. Your favorite Italian salad dressing (I use Kraft Zesty Italian)

Mix spices and dressing.  Pour over other ingredients, stir together, and refrigerate at least 4 hours. (It’s better the next day.)  Great with buttered toasted pita bread cut in wedges or with any nacho chip.

Submitted by Lot 13 User Linda