Delicious and Refreshing Texas Caviar Recipe

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Delicious and Refreshing Texas Caviar Recipe
Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
20 mins
Total Time:
30mins
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Recipe by Administrator
Published on April 06, 2024

Texas Caviar is a popular Tex-Mex dish made with black-eyed peas, corn, bell peppers, tomatoes, and a tangy dressing. It is a delicious and refreshing dip or salad that is perfect for parties, barbecues, or as a healthy snack.

Ingredients

  • 1 can (15 oz) black-eyed peas, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can (15 oz) corn kernels, drained
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 1 green bell pepper, diced
  • 1 small red onion, diced
  • 2 tomatoes, diced
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

  1. In a large bowl, combine the black-eyed peas, corn, bell peppers, onion, tomatoes, and cilantro.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, garlic, cumin, salt, and pepper.
  3. Pour the dressing over the bean mixture and toss to coat evenly.
  4. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.
  5. Serve the Texas Caviar with tortilla chips or as a side salad. Enjoy!

Interesting Facts

  • Texas Caviar is sometimes referred to as Cowboy Caviar.
  • This dish is believed to have originated in Texas in the 1940s.
  • Black-eyed peas are considered to bring good luck in Southern traditions.