Black-Eyed Pea Spread

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From EatingWell:  May/June 1994

Serve this delectable, garlicky black-eyed pea spread with toasted slices of baguette as an appetizer.

About 1 1/4 cups | Active Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 15 minutes

Ingredients

• 1 15-ounce can black-eyed peas, rinsed, or 1 1/2 cups cooked black-eyed peas
• 1/4 cup tightly packed fresh parsley leaves
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 1/2 teaspoons chopped garlic, (1 large clove)
• 1/2 teaspoon dried tarragon
• 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
• Salt, to taste

Preparation

1. Reserve a few black-eyed peas for garnish and place the remaining peas in a food processor, along with parsley, lemon juice, oil, garlic, tarragon and pepper. Process until smooth. Taste and adjust seasonings, adding salt if desired. Transfer to a serving bowl and garnish with the reserved peas.

Nutrition

Per 2-tablespoon serving : 52 Calories; 4 g Fat; 0 g Sat; 2 g Mono; 0 mg Cholesterol; 4 g Carbohydrates; 2 g Protein; 2 g Fiber; 92 mg Sodium; 70 mg Potassium

Exchanges: 1 fat

Tips & Notes

• Make Ahead Tip: Cover and refrigerate for up to 2 days.