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cowboy caviar

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  • Author: Lisa
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Mixing
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Cowboy caviar is a fresh and flavorful dish that combines black-eyed peas, vegetables, and a zesty dressing.


Ingredients

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  • 1 can black-eyed peas, rinsed and drained
  • 1 cup diced tomatoes
  • 1 cup diced bell peppers
  • 1/2 cup diced red onion
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
  • 1 jalapeño, seeded and minced
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine black-eyed peas, tomatoes, bell peppers, red onion, cilantro, and jalapeño.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, cumin, salt, and pepper.
  3. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.
  4. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • Serve with tortilla chips for a crunchy snack.
  • Adjust the spice level by adding more jalapeño.
  • This dish can be made a day ahead for better flavor.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 180
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 6g
  • Protein: 6g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: cowboy caviar, salad, black-eyed peas, dip