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Close-up of Best Texas Caviar with black-eyed peas, corn, bell peppers, red onion, and cilantro in a rustic ceramic bowl

Best Texas Caviar

This Best Texas Caviar is a fresh, protein-packed bean salad made with black eyed peas, black beans, sweet corn, and a zesty lime dressing. Ready in just 5 minutes, it is perfect for parties, meal prep, and family gatherings.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 0 minutes
Chill Time (minutes) 1 hour
Total Time 5 minutes
Course Appetizer
Cuisine American
Servings 6 servings
Calories 363 kcal

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl For combining beans and vegetables
  • Medium mixing bowl For whisking dressing
  • Whisk To blend dressing ingredients
  • Cutting board For chopping vegetables
  • Knife For dicing vegetables

Ingredients
  

  • 1 15.5 oz can black eyed peas, drained and rinsed
  • 1 15.5 oz can black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 15 oz can sweet corn, drained
  • 1/2 cup red bell pepper, diced
  • 1/2 cup green bell pepper, diced
  • 1/2 cup red onion, diced
  • 1-2 jalapenos, seeded and diced
  • 1/2 cup cilantro, chopped
  • 1 avocado, diced (optional)
  • 1/2 cup olive oil
  • 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
  • 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Instructions
 

  • In a large bowl, combine the black eyed peas, black beans, sweet corn, red bell pepper, green bell pepper, red onion, jalapenos, and cilantro. Toss to combine.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lime juice, red wine vinegar, garlic powder, sugar, chili powder, ground cumin, and salt until smooth.
  • Pour the dressing over the bean mixture and toss gently to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow flavors to develop.
  • Before serving, gently fold in diced avocado if using. Serve chilled with crackers or tortilla chips.

Notes

For best flavor, refrigerate at least 1 hour before serving. Add diced avocado just before serving to prevent browning. To lower sugar, reduce or omit the sugar in the dressing. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Nutrition

Calories: 363kcalCarbohydrates: 42gProtein: 12gFat: 19gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 13gSodium: 189mgPotassium: 658mgFiber: 12gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 694IUVitamin C: 29mgCalcium: 42mgIron: 3mg
Keyword Bean Salad, Cowboy Caviar, Party Dip, Texas Caviar
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