posted by Nancy K 01-24-103 12:09 PM 
California Caviar 
1/4 cup NAKANO Seasoned Rice Vinegar—Roasted Garlic, Red Pepper, or Original 
1 Tbsp. olive oil 
1/4 tsp. salt 
1 to 2 jalapenos, seeded and minced 
1 clove garlic, minced (optional) 
1 can (16 oz.) black beans or black-eyed peas, rinsed and drained 
1 large tomato, seeded and diced 
1 yellow bell pepper, diced 
1/3 cup chopped cilantro or parsley 
1/4 cup sliced green onions 
In a large bowl, combine rice vinegar, oil, salt, jalapeno and garlic; mix well. Stir in remaining ingredients. Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate until ready to use. Serve with tortilla chips, bagel chips or crackers. Makes about 4 cups.