Bean Avocado and Shishito Pepper Salad

Shishito peppers are everywhere now.. they are these small Japanese peppers that can be quite mild or every once in a while, they can be a bit spicy.. this salad is delicious with black beans and avocados…

• 1 can black beans, rinsed and drained
• 1 avocado, chopped
• 3 to 4 shishito peppers
• 1 medium pepper, yellow or red, chopped
• 2 green onions, chopped
• ½ cup cilantro
• Juice of a large lemon juice
• 1 to 2 teaspoons salt
• 1 teaspoon honey
• 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil

Transfer the shishito peppers to a heated cast iron pan. On medium high heat, char the peppers on all sides- about 6 to 7 minutes. Transfer the peppers to a chopping board and let cool and then chop. Transfer the beans, avocado, charred peppers, sweet peppers, green onions and cilantro to a serving bowl. Add the lemon juice, salt, honey and oil. Mix well and taste for seasonings and adjust. Let it sit for at least half an hour before serving.