Description
This colorful 15-minute cowboy caviar (“Texas Caviar”) is a hearty bean-based salad with a tangy vinaigrette dressing. Bring it to your next game day party, or summer potluck – it’s perfect as an appetizer served with tortilla chips, or a side dish with grilled meats or tacos. Naturally gluten-free and vegan too.
Ingredients
- 1 tomato, diced
- 1 cup canned black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup canned black-eyed peas, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup sweet corn kernels
- 1/2 cup green bell pepper, finely chopped
- 1 avocado
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 2 tablespoons chopped red onion
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/3 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Combine Bean Mixture: Add the black beans, black-eyed peas, diced tomato, corn, green pepper, and red onion to a large bowl.
- Prepare Dressing: In a small jar, combine olive oil, lime juice, garlic, oregano, black pepper, and salt. Seal tightly and shake until well mixed.
- Toss Bean Mixture with Dressing: Pour the dressing over the bean mixture and stir to combine.
- Add Avocado: Peel the avocado, remove the pit, dice it, and add to the bowl.
- Mix Well & Chill: Gently mix to avoid mashing the avocado. Cover with plastic wrap or place in an airtight container and chill for at least 30 minutes, then stir again before serving.
- Serve & Enjoy: Serve this Texas caviar with fresh cilantro, corn chips, and fresh lime wedges.
Notes
Beans: I used canned black beans for convenience. Feel free to cook dried beans from scratch if you prefer.
Black-Eyed Peas: I used canned black-eyed peas for convenience. Feel free to cook dried black-eyed peas from scratch if you prefer.
Olive Oil: I like extra virgin olive oil for the best flavor in this cowboy caviar. Since there is no cooking involved, I recommend that you use the best quality olive oil you can afford.
Lime Juice: For the best flavor, use freshly squeezed lime juice.
Chill Before Serving: For best results, chill the cowboy caviar for at least 30 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Chilling Time: 30 mins
- Category: Appetizer, Dips
- Cuisine: American
