Cowboy Caviar
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5
Cowboy Caviar
Description
This recipe creates a vibrant salsa by mixing canned black-eyed peas and black beans with diced fresh Roma tomatoes, thawed corn, green bell pepper, avocado, rinsed red onion, jalapeno (optional), and chopped cilantro. The mixture is dressed with a blend of olive oil, red wine vinegar, lime juice, honey, minced garlic, dried Mexican oregano, salt, and freshly ground black pepper.
The dressing's acidity and subtle sweetness complement the fresh vegetable and bean components, producing a crisp, textured dish with a balance of tangy, sweet, and herbal notes. The diced avocado adds creaminess, while jalapeno contributes optional heat.
Chilling the salsa before serving allows flavors to meld. It is traditionally enjoyed scooped up with tortilla chips, making it a suitable appetizer or snack. The dish is adaptable and showcases a combination of fresh vegetables and legumes with a lively dressing.
Oregano should be crushed before measuring if using larger leaves. If Mexican oregano is unavailable, regular Italian oregano is a usable substitute without drastically changing the flavor.
Ingredients
Dressing
- 1/4 cup + 2 Tbsp olive oil
- 3 Tbsp red wine vinegar
- 2 Tbsp lime juice fresh
- 2 tsp honey
- 1 1/2 tsp garlic minced
- 1 tsp oregano dried Mexican
- salt about 1/2 tsp of each, freshly ground
- black pepper about 1/2 tsp of each, freshly ground
Salsa
- 1 (14.5 oz) can black-eyed peas drained and rinsed
- 1 (14.5 oz) can black beans drained and rinsed
- 1 lb Roma tomato diced small (about 3 cups
- 1 1/2 cups corn thawed according to package instructions, frozen
- 1 cup green bell pepper small diced
- 1 avocado peeled, cored and diced, large, semi-firm, ripe, Hass
- 1/2 cup red onion rinsed and drained to remove harsh bite, chopped
- 1 jalapeno pepper seeded and diced (optional
- 1/3 cup cilantro chopped
- tortilla chips , for serving
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl or jar whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, honey, garlic, oregano and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Add all salsa ingredients to a mixing bowl pour dressing over top and toss to evenly coat. Preferably let rest in refrigerator 30 minutes then toss once more just before serving. Serve with tortilla chips.
- Recipe source: Cooking Classy
Notes
- Crush oregano leaves before measuring if they are large for better flavor release.
- Regular Italian oregano can be substituted if Mexican oregano is not available.
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Overall Rating
5
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