Hoppin' John Salad

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup uncooked long-grain rice
• 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 1 jalapeño pepper, seeded and minced
• 1 garlic clove, pressed
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 1 (15-oz.) can seasoned tiny field peas, drained and rinsed
• 1/2 cup chopped celery
• 1/2 cup loosely packed fresh parsley leaves, chopped
• 1/4 cup chopped green onions

Preparation

1. 1. Prepare rice according to package directions.
2. 2. Meanwhile, whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, jalapeño pepper, garlic, salt, and pepper in a large bowl. Stir in rice, peas, celery, and parsley until blended. Cover and chill 2 hours. Sprinkle with green onions just before serving.