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
- In a large bowl, combine the black-eyed peas, corn, bell peppers, onion, tomatoes, and cilantro.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, garlic, cumin, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the bean mixture and toss to coat evenly.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.
- 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.