Step 1

Rinse and drain the black eyed peas in a colander.

Step 2

In a large bowl, combine the garlic, lime juice, oil, cumin, crushed red pepper, and salt and mix well.

Step 3

Add the black-eyed peas, corn, tomato, red onion, jalapeno if using and cilantro; mix well and refrigerate at least 20 minutes.

Step 4

When ready to eat, gently mix in the avocado and serve right away.