Why We Love This Cowboy Caviar Recipe
Time for a classic appetizer that’s packed full of flavor. Somewhere between a dip and a salad, it’s so easy to whip up a big batch of this cowboy caviar for easy entertaining. Perfect for game day and all your host(ess)ing needs!
Variations on Texas Caviar
This is a traditional cowboy caviar recipe, and it’s delicious as is, but the following would make excellent additions:
avocado red bell pepper crumbled feta scallions
How to Store and Reheat
Store leftover cowboy caviar in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Stir well before serving chilled.
How to Freeze
Freeze cowboy caviar in an airtight container or Ziplock bag for up to 3 months. Let thaw for at least 12 hours (or up to overnight) in the refrigerator before serving.
Serving Suggestions
This cowboy caviar is an awesome appetizer or even a great side dish salad! You can eat it with tortilla chips, use it as a topping for chicken nachos, or even eat it with a fork as a salad. I like to serve it alongside baked hamburgers, cowboy chicken, crockpot ribs, chicken tacos, beef enchiladas, or sloppy joes.
More Salsa Recipes To Try
Mango Salsa Avocado Corn Salsa Italian Salsa Salsa Fresca Mexican Street Corn Salsa
How to Make Cowboy Caviar Step by Step
Make the Salad: In a large bowl, stir together 4 diced roma tomatoes, ½ cup of diced red onion, 1 diced green bell pepper, 1 diced jalapeño pepper, 2 cups of frozen sweet corn, 15 ounces (1 can) of drained and rinsed black beans, 15 ounces (1 can) of drained and rinsed black eyed peas, and ⅓ cup chopped fresh cilantro. Make the Dressing: In a separate medium bowl, whisk together ⅓ cup of olive oil, 3 tablespoons of lime juice, 3 tablespoons of red wine vinegar, 1 teaspoon of sea salt, ½ teaspoon of ground black pepper, ½ teaspoon of garlic powder, ½ teaspoon of chili powder, 1 teaspoon of granulated sugar, and ½ tablespoon of honey. Toss the Salad: Pour the dressing over the cowboy caviar and stir to combine/coat. Store in the fridge to marinate for 1 hour before serving if time allows before serving chilled with tortilla chips.
