Cowboy Caviar

I had this for the first time when I worked at Modern Display in Salt Lake City. The girl that made it said she just called it yummy salsa...I agree but I like the name of Cowboy Caviar better.

Cowboy Caviar
1 pkg zesty italian dressing packet
Oil
Balsamic vinegar
Red wine vinegar

Mix zesty italian dressing according to package directions. I like to use half red wine vinegar and half balsamic vinegar but you can use just red wine vinegar- I don't recommend just balsamic vinegar though because it throws the flavor off in my opinion. Set aside to let the flavors meld.

2 avocados, diced
4 roma tomatoes, diced
1/2 red onion, diced
1 can black eyed peas OR 1 can black beans
1 can white corn
1 jalepeno pepper, minced (optional)

Cut up the vegetables to about the size of a corn kernel. Place all the above items in a bowl and pour dressing over and stir/fold together.

I like to let the mixture sit for a couple of hours to let the flavor of the dressing soak into the vegetables.

Enjoy with corn chips. I have also eaten this over a grilled chicken breast and it was fantastic!!