Original Texas Caviar Recipe: A Fresh and Flavorful Twist
A delicious blend of beans, vegetables, and a tangy dressing make this Original Texas Caviar an irresistible appetizer or side dish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Texan
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can black-eyed peas, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/2 cup diced red onion
- 1/2 cup diced bell pepper
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the black-eyed peas, tomatoes, red onion, bell pepper, and cilantro.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, cumin, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
- Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
Notes
- Serve with tortilla chips or as a topping for grilled meats.
- Adjust the seasoning to your taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 0mg