Vegetarian Cajun Snack Delight: Mouthwatering Creole-Inspired Appetizer
Discover a delightful vegetarian snack that captures the essence of Cajun and Creole flavors with this easy-to-make appetizer. Perfect for game day, parties, or casual nights in, this dish combines black-eyed peas, corn, bell peppers, and cilantro with a tangy vegan mayonnaise dressing to create a mouthwatering experience your guests will love.
Allergens
Soy (may contain soy in the vegan mayonnaise)
Ingredients
- 1 cup black
- eyed peas, cooked
- 1/2 cup corn kernels, fresh or frozen
- 1/4 cup red bell pepper, diced
- 1/4 cup green onions, chopped
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup celery, diced
- 1/4 cup cilantro, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup vegan mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp Creole mustard
- 1 tbsp lemon juice, freshly squeezed
- 1 tsp Cajun seasoning, homemade or store
- bought
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked black eyed peas, corn kernels, diced red bell pepper, chopped green onions, finely chopped red onion, diced celery, and finely chopped cilantro.
- In a separate small bowl, whisk together the vegan mayonnaise, Creole mustard, lemon juice, Cajun seasoning, salt, pepper, and cayenne pepper (if using).
- Pour the mayonnaise mixture over the vegetables and gently mix until well combined. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow flavors to meld.
- Serve chilled with crackers, baguette slices, or crudité platters.
Chef’s Insight
To enhance the aroma, add a few drops of lemon essential oil to the dish before serving.
Notes
Make sure to use fresh ingredients for the best flavor and texture.