Hot Three Bean Salad

(Vegan)

Serves 6 (side dish)

• 1 1⁄2 C frozen shelled edamame. Steam for 5 Min. then rinse in cold water.
• 1-2 Tbs. olive oil
• 1 tsp. ground cumin
• 1- 15 oz. black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1- 15 oz. black-eyed peas, drained and rinsed
• 1/3 C chopped red onion
• 2 C thinly sliced celery
• 2 Tbs. fresh lime juice
• 1⁄2 C chopped cilantro
• 1 tsp. finely chopped garlic
• 1/8 tsp black pepper
• 1 tsp salt

Heat oil in a small pan over moderately low heat until hot but not smoking then cook cumin, stirring, until fragrant and a shade darker, about 30 seconds. Toss all ingredients together and let stand 10 minutes for flavors to blend.