Description
Texas Caviar is a vibrant, zesty bean salad that’s perfect for parties and gatherings. Packed with fresh vegetables and a tangy dressing, it’s a delicious way to add some Tex-Mex flair to your meal.
Ingredients
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- 1 can black-eyed peas, drained and rinsed
- 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup corn, canned or frozen
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- 1 small red onion, diced
- 1 jalapeño, seeded and minced
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the black-eyed peas, black beans, corn, red bell pepper, green bell pepper, red onion, jalapeño, and cilantro.
- In a separate small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, apple cider vinegar, lime juice, garlic powder, cumin, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the bean and vegetable mixture and toss gently to combine.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature, and enjoy as a dip with tortilla chips or as a side dish.
Notes
- For added flavor, let the Texas Caviar sit overnight in the fridge.
- Feel free to customize the vegetables based on your preference or seasonal availability.
- This dish can be made vegan and gluten-free, making it suitable for various diets.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 200 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg