Texas Caviar I Recipe
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Texas Caviar I

By: ELKINSMEG 
"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!"

This Kitchen Approved Recipe has an average star rating of 4.8 Rate/Review | Read Reviews (167)

What to Drink?
Wine Sauvignon Blanc
Cocktail Salty Dog
Prep Time:
15 Min
Ready In:
1 Hr 15 Min

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Original Recipe Yield 8 cups
 

Ingredients

  • 1/2 onion, chopped
  • 1 green bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 bunch green onions, chopped
  • 2 jalapeno peppers, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic
  • 1 pint cherry tomatoes, quartered
  • 1 (8 ounce) bottle zesty Italian dressing
  • 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, drained
  • 1 (15 ounce) can black-eyed peas, drained
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1 bunch chopped fresh cilantro

Directions

  1. 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.

Nutritional Information open nutritional information

Amount Per Serving  Calories: 21 | Total Fat: 1.3g | Cholesterol: 0mg Powered by ESHA Nutrient Database

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The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.8 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 1, 2008 by Beeje   view full review
This is really good, a refreshing difference from bottled salsa. I did add corn to ours. We...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.8 star rating.
Reviewed on May 20, 2005 by GERI   view full review
Delicious! To make easier, I use can of petite diced tomatoes.
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.8 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 2, 2004 by EEM319   view full review
I originally tasted this while living in San Antonio. The recipe I was given used 1 each...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.8 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 23, 2005 by LAUREL66   view full review
I made this for a barbeque tonight. I added a few extra jalapenos and no coriander because I...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.8 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 5, 2004 by SURFWENCH   view full review
yum, tasty and lively presentation with all the different bright colors. One change I made...
The reviewer gave this recipe 0 stars. This recipe averages a 4.8 star rating.
Reviewed on Sep. 9, 2005 by Karalee   view full review
I crave this stuff! It goes great with a cold beer!!!! I could eat it for a meal. It is...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.8 star rating.
Reviewed on Feb. 13, 2006 by jolenepierce77   view full review
I made this recipe as stated, and it was wonderful. I made with fat free dressing, and a...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.8 star rating.
Reviewed on Feb. 7, 2005 by DTSCEP   view full review
I added a can of mexicorn and it was delicious! Will probably add more garlic and some lime...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.8 star rating.
Reviewed on May 5, 2004 by KEVST   view full review
This appetizer is so great. I make it for all my cookouts...people beg for the recipe! Really...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.8 star rating.
Reviewed on Feb. 27, 2006 by SARAJOSTEELE   view full review
Great for a party. A very hearty dip.

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