Description
Zesty Pioneer Woman Texas Caviar brings southwestern charm to any gathering with its bold black-eyed pea salsa. Crisp vegetables and tangy dressing create a perfect party appetizer that sparks conversation and satisfies southwest cravings.
Ingredients
Scale
Beans and Legumes:
- 1 15-ounce (425 grams) can of black-eyed peas, drained and rinsed
- 1 15-ounce (425 grams) can of black beans, drained and rinsed
Vegetables and Herbs:
- 1 ½ cups diced Roma tomatoes
- 1 jalapeño pepper, chopped
- 1 yellow bell pepper, chopped
- ½ cup red onion, chopped
- ¼ cup chopped cilantro
Dressing and Seasonings:
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- ½ teaspoon seasoned salt
- ½ teaspoon ground cumin
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
Serving:
- Tortilla chips, for serving
Instructions
- In a spacious mixing vessel, assemble black-eyed peas, black beans, Roma tomatoes cut into precise cubes, jalapeño pepper finely minced, yellow bell pepper delicately chopped, red onion diced into uniform pieces, and fresh cilantro leaves roughly torn.
- Create a vibrant vinaigrette by whisking extra virgin olive oil (30 milliliters or 2 tablespoons), red wine vinegar (45 milliliters or 3 tablespoons), Worcestershire sauce (15 milliliters or 1 tablespoon), seasoned salt (5 grams or 1 teaspoon), ground cumin (2.5 grams or 1 teaspoon), and freshly cracked black pepper until ingredients emulsify into a smooth dressing.
- Gently cascade the prepared vinaigrette over the vegetable and legume mixture, ensuring each ingredient receives an even coating through careful folding motions.
- Allow the salsa to rest and marinate at room temperature for approximately 30 to 45 minutes, enabling flavors to intertwine and develop depth.
- Transfer the Texas Caviar to a serving platter, accompanied by crisp tortilla chips, and present as a refreshing appetizer or side dish perfect for gatherings.
Notes
- Burst with zesty protein-packed beans that deliver incredible nutrition and flavor in every refreshing spoonful.
- Create a versatile dish perfect for summer gatherings, functioning seamlessly as a vibrant dip, salsa, or cool side salad.
- Customize heat levels effortlessly by playing with jalapeño quantities, ensuring everyone’s spice preference gets satisfied.
- Transform meal prep with a make-ahead appetizer that develops deeper, richer flavors after overnight refrigeration.
- Save money and time using budget-friendly ingredients commonly found in kitchen pantries while accommodating multiple dietary needs.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg