This Texas Caviar is a classic! You may call it something different, but we’re all on the same page: fresh peppers, cilantro, and lime juice are mixed with black eyed peas or other bean to create an absolutely addictive dip. Great on burgers, eggs, salads, in wraps, and of course – as a chip dip! This simple and healthy recipe is one you’ll make again and again!

Texas Caviar. You familiar?

Maybe you’ve heard of it as Cowboy Caviar.

Or maybe Corn and Black Bean Salsa.

Or Corn Salad.

Or Kansas Caviar. (What? Kansas Caviar?)

The point I’m trying to make is that EVERYONE has a name, and likely a recipe, for this delicious chip dip. When’s the last time you showed up to a get together, and someone brought this? Let me guess. Everyone is crowded around it, feverishly stuffing their faces in fear that (gasp!) it will be gone before they can get their fill.

Amiright?!

I’m convinced that this version for Texas Caviar is the best version. Sorry, that sounds kind of boastful, I know. I am totally open to trying any and all versions of this dip. Well, unless it’s called “Kansas Caviar”.

Just Kidding? Can we still be friends?

I made this last weekend for a trip with the family at the cabin. And, per the usual, it was enjoyed all the days, with every meal.

With chips, with a spoon, with burgers, with eggs. You really can’t go wrong!

I would venture to guess that you have some reason to celebrate this weekend (‘MERICA!!!!!!!!). This would be the perfect thing to make! A crowd pleaser (adjust the spiciness to your or your guests’ liking), that makes enough for an army.

Well….that depends on how hungry your army is.

Enjoy!

Pottery made by my dear mother; bench made by my dear father. I wonder why I like creating things.

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Texas Caviar

This Texas Caviar is a classic! You may call it something different, but we're all on the same page: fresh peppers, cilantro, and lime juice are mixed with black eyed peas or other bean to create an absolutely addictive dip. Great on burgers, eggs, salads, in wraps, and of course - as a chip dip! This simple and healthy recipe is one you'll make again and again!

Prep Time20 minutes mins

Total Time20 minutes mins

Course: Appetizers & Snacks

Cuisine: American

Keyword: Appetizers, DIps

Servings: 6 Cups

Ingredients

• 1 each red, yellow, and green pepper, diced
• 5 Tomatoes, seeded and chopped
• 6 green onions, chopped
• 1 cup cilantro chopped
• 2-5 jalapenos, (see note)
• 4-5 garlic cloves minced
• 2 16 oz can black eyed peas
• 1 16 oz can corn, no salt added
• 1 Tbsp chili powder
• 1 Tbsp cumin
• 1 Tbsp Garlic Powder
• 1/4 cup red wine vinegar

Instructions

• Chop the peppers, tomatoes, and green onion in to bite sized pieces. Place in large bowl.
• Finely mine the garlic and jalapeno, and chop cilantro. Add to bowl.
• Open cans of corn and black eyed peas. Rinse well, add to bowl.
• Add chili powder, cumin, garlic power, and red wine vinegar. Toss to thoroughly combine.
• Can be enjoyed right away, but over time the flavors meld together beautifully!

Notes

-Use as many jalapenos as you're comfortable. I typically remove the seeds and ribs from all but one jalapeno.

-Black beans make a great substitution if you don't have black eyed peas!