Delicious and Easy Texas Caviar Recipe

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Delicious and Easy Texas Caviar Recipe
Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
20 mins
Total Time:
30mins
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Recipe by Administrator
Published on March 18, 2024

This Texas caviar recipe is a crowd-pleaser at any gathering or party. Packed with black-eyed peas, corn, bell peppers, tomatoes, and a zesty dressing, this dish is both flavorful and healthy. Serve it with tortilla chips or as a side dish with grilled meats for a complete meal.

Ingredients

  • 1 can black-eyed peas, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can corn, drained
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 1 green bell pepper, diced
  • 1 small red onion, diced
  • 2 tomatoes, diced
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

  1. In a large bowl, combine black-eyed peas, corn, bell peppers, onion, tomatoes, and cilantro.
  2. In a separate small bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, garlic, sugar, salt, and pepper.
  3. Pour dressing over the vegetable mixture and toss to combine.
  4. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to let the flavors meld together.
  5. Serve with tortilla chips or as a side dish with grilled meats.

Interesting Facts

  • Texas caviar is also known as cowboy caviar, southwest caviar, or simply black-eyed pea salad.
  • This dish is a traditional Southern favorite and often served at New Year's Day gatherings for good luck and prosperity in the coming year.