Black eyed pea salad (Southern Caviar) with bacon, onions, garlic and a beat of heat - Authentic Southern side dish recipe that will have you eating Black-Eyed peas year round or maybe just for some good luck in the new year
Mix drained peas, sliced green onions, chopped tomatoes and sliced bacon pieces together.
In a bowl, mix olive oil, minced garlic, cayenne, black pepper, salt and cumin.
Combine your seasoned dressing with black eyed pea bowl and mix well, taking care to cover all of peas well.
Refrigerate "Southern Caviar" overnight (or at least 4 hours) so flavors mingle and salad gets cold.
Prior to serving, mix well so any settling of dressing is incorporated into salad.
Notes
Black Eyed peas are a tradition on New Years. Many people eat them hot but this side salad is also a great way to eat your New Years good luck peas but in salad form!