If you need an easy recipe for entertaining this Labor Day Weekend, here's a delicious protein & fiber-packed winner. In the South, black-eyed peas, also called cow peas are traditionally eaten as the first food of the New Year to bring good luck and prosperity. The best part is you probably already have all the ingredients on hand in your kitchen! This recipe also serves well for celebrating upcoming Jewish New Year!Questions/Comments? Email sari@stepaheadwellnesscenter.com
1/2 cup no salt added black-eyed peas, cooked (Rinse and drain canned beans to remove 40 percent of the sodium)
1/2 cup chopped tomatoes
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon reduced-fat feta cheese
1 hard-boiled egg, chopped
Mix all ingredients and enjoy. Serves one as a main meal or 4 small appetizers.
1 1/4 cup = 219 calories, 12g protein, 5g fiber
Appetizer serving size: 1/3 cup = 55 calories, 3g protein, 2.5g fiber (serve over mixed greens)
