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Ultimate Cowboy Caviar Recipe

Sep 29, 2022 No Comments

This easy recipe for cowboy caviar is something that you can make in under 10-minutes. Perfect for meal prep and weekday lunches this cowboy caviar recipe. This light vinaigrette dressing can feed a crowd and makes for a great appetizer.
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cowboy caviar with tortilla chips and lime wedges

Cowboy Caviar recipe or Texas Caviar is something that I am a huge fan off. It's something that goes exceptionally well in picnics, potlucks, tailgate parties, summer BBQs. And, that's not it... This makes a perfect meal prep for weekdays.

I make sure that I make them for festive occasions like Easter. Of course after I having made my favorite Carrot Cake with Pineapples and Italian Easter Bread

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  • What is Cowboy Caviar?
  • Why is it called Cowboy Caviar?
  • Ingredients
  • How to Make Cowboy Caviar?
  • Can I make Cowboy Caviar ahead of time?
  • How long does Cowboy Caviar lasts?
  • Can you freeze Cowboy Caviar?
  • Can I use dry beans to make Cowboy Caviar?
  • More Sides you'll love
  • Drinks to Pair this with
  • Ultimate Cowboy Caviar Recipe

What is Cowboy Caviar?

Cowboy Caviar is an excellent side dish originating from Texas. In simple words it's a cold dessert with lots of colorful veggies and a mild vinaigrette dressing.

Why is it called Cowboy Caviar?

I don't wish to go into the debate. I'll share what I know. So, this dish originated way back in the 1940s in the state of Texas in the form of a dip. Generally it's served with tortilla chips.

Interesting the term caviar is a joke because its a poor man's version of the authentic caviar which is actually very expensive.

Some of my favorite Salads

  • Broccoli Corn Salad
  • Black Bean and Corn Salad
  • Taco Salad
  • Authentic Greek Salad (Horiatiki)

Ingredients

Here are the ingredients that you need to make pioneer woman's cowboy caviar.

  • roma tomatoes - i prefer to remove the seeds and the wet pulp. I like to use the flesh.
  • red onions - crunchy red onions to add that zinginess to the salad.
  • canned black olives - It's seriously the best way to add a ton of flavor.
  • green bell peppers - you can use red bell pepper or orange or any color that you like.
  • frozen sweet corn - make sure you thaw it out before using.
  • avocados - choose a one thats firm but ripe.
  • black beans - go for canned cuban black beans. They are packed with flavors.
  • black eyed peas - one of the prime pillars of this recipe for cowboy caviar.

For dressing

  • lime juice
  • olive oil
  • ground cumin
  • honey
  • chili powder
  • kosher salt

How to Make Cowboy Caviar?

STEP 1: Combine Veggies in a bowl - Combine veggies like tomatoes, corn, olives, bell peppers, red onions, avocados, along with black eyed peas, and black beans in a bowl.

STEP 2: Make and Pour the dressing - Combine honey, lime juice, ground cumin, chili powder, and kosher salt in a bowl. Pour it over the veggies. Pour in some olive oil.

STEP 3: Whisk Well until combined - Whisk until fully combined. Serve immediately or refrigerate for few hours and serve cold.

Can I make Cowboy Caviar ahead of time?

To make this cowboy caviar recipe ahead of time, just make sure you add avocados when you are ready to serve. And, like all salads that you make ahead of time, pour the dressing just when you are ready to serve.

How long does Cowboy Caviar lasts?

Well if you are not like me (who eats it up in one sitting) then this cowboy caviar can last in the fridge for 4-5 days. It will be just as tasty as the first day, except for the fact that the veggies will leave out some water but apart from that the veggies will be crunchy, crispy, and extremely sturdy.

Can you freeze Cowboy Caviar?

When you want to freeze cowboy caviar, transfer it to an airtight container. You can freeze cowboy caviar for up to 3 months. But, make sure you thaw it in the fridge for 12 hours or overnight before serving.

Well, there has been a lot of debate going on lately, particularly on TikTok where some say its "a complicate Pico de gallo". While others say "it's a corn salsa".

Can I use dry beans to make Cowboy Caviar?

Dry beans needs to be cooked separately for you to add them in this recipe for Cowboy Caviar. Here is a detailed article on how to soak and cook dry beans from scratch.

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Drinks to Pair this with

Cucumber Apple Mint Smoothie with Fennel Seeds & Flax seeds
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Watermelon Iced Tea
cowboy caviar with tortilla chips and lime wedges

Ultimate Cowboy Caviar Recipe

This easy recipe for cowboy caviar is something that you can make in under 10-minutes. Perfect for meal prep and weekday lunches this cowboy caviar recipe. This light vinaigrette dressing can feed a crowd and makes for a great appetizer.
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Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 2 minutes
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Total Time: 12 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 388kcal
Author: Surup

INGREDIENTS

for cowboy caviar

  • 15 oz Black Beans canned (I prefer cuban black beans)
  • 15.5 oz Black Eyed Peas
  • 4 medium roma tomatoes diced (seeds removed)
  • 15 oz black olives canned
  • ½ cup red onions diced
  • 2 cups frozen sweet corn i prefer to thaw it out
  • 1 medium avocado pit removed, peeled, chopped
  • ⅓ cup cilantro fresh chopped

Dressing

  • ¼ cup lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • ⅓ cup olive oil
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INSTRUCTIONS

  • Make the Salad: Combine the ingredients for cowboy caviar in a bowl. Toss to combine.
  • Make the dressing: Whisk together the ingredients for dressing in a separate medium-sized bowl.
  • Pour the dressing over the cowboy caviar. Stir well to combine.
  • Store in the fridge for 1 hour before serving.
  • Serve with tortilla chips.

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts
Ultimate Cowboy Caviar Recipe
Amount Per Serving
Calories 388 Calories from Fat 198
% Daily Value*
Fat 22g34%
Saturated Fat 3g19%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3g
Monounsaturated Fat 15g
Sodium 1132mg49%
Potassium 687mg20%
Carbohydrates 41g14%
Fiber 13g54%
Sugar 7g8%
Protein 12g24%
Vitamin A 743IU15%
Vitamin C 12mg15%
Calcium 73mg7%
Iron 3mg17%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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