Can I make Texas Caviar ahead of time?

Yes, Texas Caviar is an excellent dish to prepare ahead of time. In fact, letting it sit in the refrigerator for at least two hours or even overnight allows the flavors to meld beautifully, creating a more flavorful salad. Just keep it in an airtight container to maintain freshness.

Is Texas Caviar spicy?

Texas Caviar can be made spicy depending on your preference. Including jalapeños adds a kick, but you can always adjust the amount to your level of comfort with spice. If you prefer a milder version, you can omit them altogether.

What can I serve with Texas Caviar?

Texas Caviar is versatile and can be served as a dip with tortilla chips. It's also fantastic as a salad topping, or a side dish with grilled meats or as part of a taco filling. You can even enjoy it on its own!

How long does Texas Caviar last?

Texas Caviar can be stored in the refrigerator for about 3 to 5 days. Make sure to keep it in an airtight container to maintain freshness. The flavors may deepen after a few days, making it even better.

Can I add other ingredients to Texas Caviar?

Absolutely! Texas Caviar is highly customizable. Feel free to add additional vegetables like cucumbers or avocados for extra flavor and creaminess. You can also experiment with herbs and spices to make it your own.

Texas Caviar

Ingredients

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1 can Black-eyed peas, drained and rinsed
1 can Corn, drained
1 Red bell pepper, diced
1 Green bell pepper, diced
1 small Red onion, diced
1 Jalapeño (optional), diced
1/4 cup Cilantro, chopped
1/4 cup Olive oil
1/4 cup Red wine vinegar
1 tsp Salt
1/2 tsp Black pepper
1/2 tsp Garlic powder
1/2 tsp Cumin

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Instructions

Combine black-eyed peas, corn, bell peppers, onion, jalapeño, and cilantro in a large bowl.
Whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and cumin in a small bowl.
Pour dressing over the bean mixture and toss gently to coat.
Cover and refrigerate for at least 120 minutes.
Serve chilled as a dip or side dish.

Notes

Chill before serving for the best flavor. Feel free to customize with other veggies.

Author: isabella-moreno
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Side Dish
Method: No-Cook
Cuisine: American
Diet: Vegan

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 140
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 250mg
Fat: 6g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Unsaturated Fat: 5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 22g
Fiber: 6g
Protein: 6g
Cholesterol: 0mg