In different parts of the world certain foods are considered to be lucky.  In the Southern part of the USA eating black eyed peas are said to bring luck for the new year and are traditionally ate New Years Day.  This salad is delicious enough for all year round and even makes a good salsa!


INGREDIENTS:
1 (15.5 ounce) can whiten beans, drained
1 (15.5 ounce) can garbanzo beans,drained
1 (15.5 ounce) can black-eyed peas, drained
1 (14 ounce) jar Cara Mia marinated artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
1/2 onions, chopped
2 large tomatoes, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
3 tablespoons STAR Extra Virgin Olive Oil
3 tablespoons STAR Balsamic Vinegar
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
2 teaspoons crushed dried oregano
1 teaspoon ground black pepper

DIRECTIONS:
Mix the white beans, garbanzo beans, black-eyed peas, artichokes, onions, tomatoes, and garlic together in a bowl. Toss with the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, parsley, oregano, and black pepper until well mixed. Refrigerate for 1 hour before serving.