Sweet Pea Salsa

Directions

1. 1
   Begin by thawing the peas.
2. 2
   You can zap them for a few minutes in the microwave, or just place them in a strainer and run warm water over them.
3. 3
   Set them aside and let all the moisture drain off.
4. 4
   While the peas are draining, remove the leaves from approximately 10 large sprigs of cilantro and place the leaves in a food processor or blender.
5. 5
   Next, split one jalapeno pepper (or two Serrano peppers).
6. 6
   Lop the stem off and scrape the seeds out with a spoon.
7. 7
   Add the de-seeded peppers, along with 2 tablespoons of olive oil and the juice of one lime, to the food processor.
8. 8
   Pulse the mixture, scraping down the sides with a rubber spatula as needed, until the mixture is lightly pureed.
9. 9
   Add the thawed peas, ground cumin, chili powder, and salt.
10. 10
    Pulse again until the mixture is thoroughly blended.
11. 11
    Finely dice a quarter of a red onion and stir the onion into the mixture.
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    Serve with salty tortilla chips, or with any recipe calling for guacamole as a garnish.