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Cowboy Caviar / Texas Caviar - A Quick Snack Dip w/Beans & Corn - Foodie Friday #21 - ParoDeeJay

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Cowboy Caviar

Cultural Context

Cowboy Caviar, also known as Texas Caviar, is a popular dish in the Southern United States, particularly in Texas. It is often served as a dip or side dish at gatherings, barbecues, and parties. The dish reflects the region's agricultural bounty, incorporating fresh vegetables and beans, making it a colorful and nutritious option. Its name evokes the rugged cowboy culture, emphasizing a hearty, communal style of eating.

AmericanUSside
15 min
easy
6 servings
Servings4
1 (15.5 ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
1 (15.5 ounce) can black-eyed peas, drained and rinsed
1 (15.25 ounce) can corn, drained
1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, petite diced
1 (4 ounce) can diced green chilies, drained
1 tablespoon dried minced onion
1 cup fat-free Italian dressing

black beans

🥗Healthier: canned black beans

💰Cheaper: pinto beans

Pinto beans are often less expensive and can be used interchangeably.

jalapeño

🥗Healthier: banana pepper

💰Cheaper: bell pepper

Bell peppers are milder and more affordable.

1

In a large bowl, combine 1 (15.5 ounce) can of black beans, drained and rinsed.

2

Add 1 (15.5 ounce) can of black-eyed peas, drained and rinsed.

3

Include 1 (15.25 ounce) can of corn, drained.

4

Add 1 (14.5 ounce) can of diced tomatoes, petite diced.

5

Incorporate 1 (4 ounce) can of diced green chilies, drained.

6

Add 1 tablespoon of dried minced onion (or chopped fresh onion if preferred).

7

Pour in 1 cup of fat-free Italian dressing and stir to combine.

8

Transfer the mixture into a refrigerator-safe bowl with a lid and let it chill in the fridge for about an hour.

Cooking Techniques

mixing

Equipment Needed

large bowlrefrigerator-safe bowl with lid

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Also Known As

Texas CaviarBean Salsa

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