1 pkg. (12 oz) frozen black-eyed peas
6 large garlic cloves
1 large red bell pepper, finely chopped
1/2 large green bell pepper, finely chopped (or use the whole pepper if you prefer)
1/2 cup sliced green onion
1/2 cup chopped cilantro (or more)

Dressing Ingredients:
3 T fresh-squeezed lime juice
1 tsp. Spike Seasoning (or use another multi-purpose seasoning blend)
1 tsp. ground cumin
1/4 tsp. Ancho chile powder (or regular chile powder if you don't have Ancho)
1/4 tsp black pepper
salt to taste