Get ready to embark on a culinary journey to the heart of Texas with our guide to crafting the perfect Texas Caviar with Lime and Cilantro. This vibrant and refreshing salad, also known as Cowboy Caviar, bursts with bold flavors and textures, making it a delightful side dish or appetizer. With its origins in the vibrant Texan culinary scene, this dish has captured hearts and taste buds with its zesty blend of black-eyed peas, corn, tomatoes, and bell peppers, all tossed in a tangy dressing infused with lime, cilantro, and a hint of heat. Let's dive into the world of Texas Caviar and explore the secrets behind its irresistible charm.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
BEST-EVER TEXAS CAVIAR
This is a yummy Texas caviar made with black beans and pinto beans instead of black-eyed peas. Serve with scoop-style tortilla chips as a great party appetizer.
Provided by Cassie Cooper
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Dips and Spreads Recipes Salsa Recipes Corn Salsa Recipes
Time 35m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Mix the black beans, pinto beans, white corn, green chiles, jalapeno pepper, red and green bell peppers, red onion, and cilantro together in a large bowl.
- To make the dressing, stir the rice vinegar, olive oil, sugar, and garlic powder together in a pan. Bring to a boil, then remove from heat, and cool. Pour dressing over bean mixture, and toss to mix evenly.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 261.5 calories, Carbohydrate 35.5 g, Fat 12 g, Fiber 6.3 g, Protein 6.3 g, SaturatedFat 1.7 g, Sodium 564.2 mg, Sugar 8.4 g
TEXAS CAVIAR (COWBOY CAVIAR)
Texas Caviar (Cowboy Caviar) is a fun side or chip dip made with black eyed peas, black beans, corn, tomatoes, jalapenos with a cilantro lime vinaigrette in just 15 minutes!
Provided by Sabrina Snyder
Categories Salad
Time 10m
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Add the corn, onions, bell peppers, jalapeno, green onions, grape tomatoes, black eyed peas, black beans and cilantro together in a large bowl.
- To a food processor add the olive oil, lime juice, salt, pepper, cumin and garlic and process until the garlic is smooth then toss it with the ingredients in the bowl and let sit for at least 1 hour before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 237 kcal, Carbohydrate 29 g, Protein 9 g, Fat 9 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 299 mg, Fiber 9 g, Sugar 4 g, ServingSize 1 serving
TEXAS CAVIAR I
Here's a spicy Texas favorite. Black-eyed peas and black beans are marinated in a fiery, flavorful mixture. This is great with tortilla chips or bread -- and plenty of cold iced tea!
Provided by ELKINSMEG
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Dips and Spreads Recipes Bean Dip Recipes
Time 1h15m
Yield 16
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a large bowl, mix together onion, green bell pepper, green onions, jalapeno peppers, garlic, cherry tomatoes, zesty Italian dressing, black beans, black-eyed peas and coriander. Cover and chill in the refrigerator approximately 2 hours. Toss with desired amount of fresh cilantro to serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 107.1 calories, Carbohydrate 11.8 g, Fat 5.4 g, Fiber 3.7 g, Protein 3.5 g, SaturatedFat 0.6 g, Sodium 414.7 mg, Sugar 1.3 g
CHILI LIME TEXAS CAVIAR
Make and share this Chili Lime Texas Caviar recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Randy S.
Categories Low Cholesterol
Time 20m
Yield 1 batch, 1 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Cut up and mix ingredients together.
- Put over chopped greens, or eat with chips as a salsa.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 2383.8, Fat 123.6, SaturatedFat 18.1, Sodium 3756.7, Carbohydrate 283.9, Fiber 87.9, Sugar 36.2, Protein 74.9
TEXAS CAVIAR
Provided by Patrick and Gina Neely : Food Network
Categories side-dish
Time 3h15m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Combine the black-eyed peas, red onions, parsley, vinegar, oil, garlic, tomatoes, bell peppers, jalapeno peppers and hot sauce in a bowl. Season with salt and pepper. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate at least 3 hours and up to 24 hours. Serve with tortilla chips.
TEXAS CAVIAR RECIPE - (4.2/5)
Provided by á-5531
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Combine all ingredients in a medium bowl; stir until well blended. Cover and chill at least 2 hours or up to 8 hours. Good served with light tortilla scoops or red bell pepper wedges.
TEXAS CAVIAR
Marinated for days with jalapeños, scallions and cilantro, black-eyed peas become "Texas caviar," a spicy, tangy (if sloppy) dip for tortilla chips.
Provided by Regina Schrambling
Categories dips and spreads, side dish
Time P3DT5m
Yield 3 cups
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Drain the peas well, rinse under running water and drain again. Transfer to a bowl. Add the scallions, jalapeños and cilantro and toss to mix. Whisk together the oil, lime juice and vinegar and pour over the beans. Toss to coat. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Transfer to a large glass jar or airtight plastic container. Marinate the mixture for three to five days, turning the jar occasionally to mix the ingredients.
- To serve, spoon the peas into a shallow glass bowl. Serve with chips for scooping.
TEXAS CAVIAR
Up your snack game with this quick and colorful recipe for Texas caviar that can be a dip, salad topping, taco filling and more. My family has always gone for the rainbow version, sneaking in veggies of every color to round out the bowl. Jalapeno provides a kick, but you can remove the seeds or omit it altogether for less heat.
Provided by Kelly Senyei
Categories appetizer
Time 20m
Yield 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Combine the vinegar, oil, water, sugar, salt and pepper in a medium saucepan over medium-low heat. Whisk together and simmer for 3 minutes then remove from the heat. Set aside to cool.
- Meanwhile, combine the black-eyed peas, black beans and corn in a large bowl. Add the onion, bell peppers and jalapeno, then pour in the dressing and stir until well combined.
- Serve the Texas caviar immediately with tortilla chips or cover and refrigerate for up to 24 hours.
CLASSIC TEXAS CAVIAR
I adapted this texas caviar from one in a cookbook I received a long time ago, and now, I can't imagine a get-together at my house without this quick and healthy appetizer. -Becky Oliver, Fairplay, Colorado
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 20m
Yield 5 cups.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the peas, tomatoes, green pepper and onion. In a small bowl, whisk the dressing, lime juice, salt and pepper. Pour over black-eyed pea mixture and stir to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour. , Stir in avocado just before serving. Serve with chips.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 113 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 522mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 5g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
TEXAS CAVIAR
This is a wonderful salsa/dip that we serve at New Year's Eve parties so we can get a head start on "good luck" for the new year. Taste test to determine your own personal degree of hotness. To increase the "heat" add more jalapenos or some minced fresh cilantro.
Provided by Susie in Texas
Categories Vegetable
Time 2h30m
Yield 10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Place peas in a colander and rinse off juice.
- Drain well.
- Combine black-eyed peas with next 3 ingredients in a medium size mixing bowl.
- Place jalapeno peppers, vinegar, oil, garlic clove, lime juice and avocado into blender and combine until smooth.
- Add avocado mixture to pea mixture and combine well.
- Add salt to taste.
- Chill for a minimum of 2 hours.
- Serve with tortilla chips or corn chips.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 139, Fat 7.3, SaturatedFat 1.1, Sodium 396, Carbohydrate 15.7, Fiber 5.1, Sugar 1.4, Protein 4.4
Tips:
- Fresh ingredients are key: Use the freshest vegetables and herbs you can find for the best flavor.
- Don't overcook the beans: The beans should be cooked until they are tender but still hold their shape.
- Don't be afraid to experiment: There are many different ways to make Texas caviar, so feel free to adjust the ingredients to your liking.
- Make it ahead of time: Texas caviar can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, making it a great option for parties or potlucks.
- Serve it chilled: Texas caviar is best served chilled, so be sure to refrigerate it for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Conclusion:
Texas caviar is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed as a dip, salad, or side dish. It is a great way to use up leftover beans and vegetables, and it is also a healthy and flavorful addition to any party or potluck. So next time you are looking for a new and exciting recipe, give Texas caviar a try!
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