Description
Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with the Original Texas Caviar recipe! This vibrant, flavor-packed dish is a staple in Lone Star State cuisine and a must-try for any food enthusiast.
Ingredients
- 2 cups black-eyed peas (cooked or canned, rinsed and drained)
- 1 cup sweet corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned)
- 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
- 1 medium green bell pepper, diced
- 1 small red onion, finely chopped
- 1 medium jalapeño, finely diced (optional for spice)
- ½ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- ⅓ cup olive oil
- ¼ cup apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 1 tablespoon honey or sugar
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
1. In a large bowl, mix the black-eyed peas, corn, bell peppers, red onion, jalapeño (if using), and cilantro. Toss gently to combine all the vibrant ingredients.
2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the olive oil, apple cider vinegar, lime juice, honey, garlic powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. The dressing will bring all the flavors of the Original Texas Caviar together.
3. Pour the dressing over the veggie mixture and toss gently to coat everything evenly. Cover the bowl and refrigerate the Original Texas Caviar for at least 1 hour, allowing the flavors to meld and the dish to chill.
4. Serve the chilled Original Texas Caviar with tortilla chips for a delightful dip, or enjoy it as a refreshing side dish.
Notes
Original Texas Caviar is best when chilled, so be sure to store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator. It will keep for up to 5 days, making it a great make-ahead option for parties or meal prep.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 10
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Salad
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 130
- Calories: 5
- Sugar: 290
- Sodium: 0
- Fat: 1
- Saturated Fat: 0
- Unsaturated Fat: 0
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 4
- Fiber: 17
- Protein: 4
- Cholesterol: 0