Best 9 Cajun Caviar Marinated Salad Recipes

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**Cajun Caviar Marinated Salad: A Refreshing Blend of Southern Flavors**

Indulge in the vibrant flavors of the South with our Cajun Caviar Marinated Salad, a delightful dish that combines the zest of Cajun spices with the freshness of garden-picked vegetables. This vibrant salad features crisp cucumbers, sweet bell peppers, juicy tomatoes, and tender okra, all marinated in a tangy dressing infused with the bold flavors of Cajun seasoning. Whether you're hosting a backyard barbecue or looking for a light and flavorful lunch option, this Cajun Caviar salad is sure to tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more.

**The article includes two variations of this flavorful salad:**

* **Classic Cajun Caviar Salad:** This traditional recipe showcases the classic combination of vegetables marinated in a zesty Cajun dressing, offering a harmonious balance of tangy, spicy, and refreshing flavors.

* **Cajun Caviar Salad with Crab:** Elevate your salad experience with the addition of succulent crab meat, adding a touch of coastal elegance to this Southern delicacy. The delicate sweetness of the crab complements the bold Cajun flavors, creating a symphony of flavors in every bite.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

SMOKED EEL, SMOKED STURGEON, AND CHOUPIQUE CAVIAR SALAD WITH DILLED BUTTERMILK DRESSING



Smoked Eel, Smoked Sturgeon, and Choupique Caviar Salad with Dilled Buttermilk Dressing image

Choupique caviar is the roe of the Bowfin, a bony, prehistoric, fresh water fish indigenous to South Louisiana. "Choupique" is the Cajun name for the Bowfin, and the fish's naturally black eggs resemble that of the sturgeon, with a distinctive, lively flavor. Should you use this roe in other recipes, be forewarned that Choupique caviar turns red when heated or cooked. If you're feeling extravagant, use Beluga or Sevruga caviar instead of the Choupique. Salmon roe also makes a great substitute.

Provided by Emeril Lagasse

Time 58m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 28

1 cup flour
Essence, recipe follows
1/2 pound smoked eel, cut into 1-inch pieces
6 ounces smoked sturgeon, flaked
1/2 cup thinly sliced red onions
2 tablespoons snipped fresh chives
2 tablespoons Champagne vinegar
2 tablespoons canola oil
Dilled Buttermilk Dressing, recipe follows
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 large head Bibb lettuce (about 8 ounces), core removed, quartered, rinsed and patted dry
1 ounce Choupique caviar, or salmon roe
2 1/2 tablespoons paprika
2 tablespoons salt
2 tablespoons garlic powder
1 tablespoon black pepper
1 tablespoon onion powder
1 tablespoon cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon dried leaf oregano
1 tablespoon dried thyme
1 large egg*
1 1/2 teaspoons fresh chopped dill
1 cup canola oil
1/2 cup buttermilk
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat a fryer to 360 degrees F.
  • Season the flour with Essence and place in a shallow dish. Dredge the eel in the seasoned flour, shaking off any excess.
  • Fry the eel until golden brown, about 2 to 3 minutes. Remove to a paper towel-lined plate.
  • In a large bowl, combine the sturgeon, onions, chives, vinegar, oil, some of the Buttermilk Dill Dressing, salt, and pepper, and toss gently.
  • In a small bowl, combine the vinegar, oil, salt, and pepper, and drizzle over the lettuces. Place 1/4 head of lettuce on each of 4 large salad plates. Arrange the sturgeon mixture over the lettuce. Top with the fried eel. Drizzle each serving with 3 tablespoons of the dressing. Place 1 teaspoon of the caviar in the center and serve.
  • Combine all ingredients thoroughly and store in an airtight jar or container.
  • Recipe from "New New Orleans Cooking", by Emeril Lagasse and Jessie Tirsch. Published by William and Morrow, 1993.
  • To make the dressing, combine the egg and dill in the bowl of a food processor and process on high speed for 15 seconds. With the machine running, add the oil in a thin stream and process until it forms an emulsion. Transfer to a bowl and whisk in the buttermilk, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.

CALAMARI SALAD



Calamari Salad image

Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 13m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 lemon, juiced
Salt
16 cleaned squid, cut into rings
1/2 cup chopped white onion
1/2 cup chopped celery
3 cloves garlic
2 tablespoons Italian parsley, chopped
1/2 cup olive oil
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
Pinch thyme
Pinch basil
Pinch oregano

Steps:

  • To a large pot of boiling water, add lemon juice and salt. Add squid rings and cook for about 1 1/2 to 2 minutes. Drain.
  • Combine onion, celery, garlic, parsley, olive oil, vinegar and herbs with cooked squid and serve at room temperature or cool.

CAVIAR DIP



Caviar Dip image

Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     appetizer

Time 30m

Yield 1 pint

Number Of Ingredients 9

8 ounces cream cheese, at room temperature
1/2 cup sour cream
2 teaspoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
2 tablespoons freshly minced dill, plus sprigs for garnish
1 scallion, minced (white and green parts)
1 tablespoon milk, half-and-half, or cream
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper
100 grams good salmon roe

Steps:

  • In the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with a paddle attachment, cream the cream cheese until smooth. With the mixer on medium speed, add the sour cream, lemon juice, dill, scallion, milk, salt, and pepper. With a rubber spatula, fold in 3/4 of the salmon roe. Spoon the dip into a bowl and garnish with the remaining salmon roe and sprigs of fresh dill.
  • Serve with chips, toasts, or crackers.

EASY AND FAST CAJUN CHICKEN CAESAR SALAD



Easy and Fast Cajun Chicken Caesar Salad image

This is an easy supper for one or more, I'll tell you this one isn't a bore. Could be used as an entree or a main dish, for lunch or for supper whatever you wish.

Provided by Melissa Bellemare

Categories     Salad     Green Salad Recipes     Caesar Salad Recipes

Time 50m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

¼ pound bacon
4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - cut into strips
1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
1 tablespoon light olive oil
1 head romaine lettuce- rinsed, dried and chopped
½ cup Caesar salad dressing
⅓ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Place bacon in a large, deep skillet. Cook over medium high heat until evenly brown. Crumble and set aside.
  • In a preheated skillet, add the chicken, seasoning mix and oil. Cook until chicken is golden brown. Remove from heat and set aside.
  • In a salad bowl, combine Romaine, enough salad dressing to coat, Parmesan cheese and bacon. Toss and place on individual salad plates. Top with the sliced chicken and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 376.4 calories, Carbohydrate 4.4 g, Cholesterol 95.3 mg, Fat 24.7 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 32.6 g, SaturatedFat 6.2 g, Sodium 815 mg, Sugar 1.1 g

BEST-EVER TEXAS CAVIAR



Best-Ever Texas Caviar image

This is a yummy Texas caviar made with black beans and pinto beans instead of black-eyed peas. Serve with scoop-style tortilla chips as a great party appetizer.

Provided by Cassie Cooper

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Dips and Spreads Recipes     Salsa Recipes     Corn Salsa Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 (15 ounce) cans black beans, rinsed and drained
2 (15 ounce) cans pinto beans, rinsed and drained
2 (15 ounce) cans white corn, rinsed and drained
1 (4 ounce) can chopped green chiles, undrained
1 jalapeno chile pepper, seeded and finely chopped
1 red bell pepper - cored, seeded and finely chopped
1 green bell pepper - cored, seeded and finely chopped
1 small red onion, finely chopped
1 bunch cilantro leaves, finely chopped
½ cup rice vinegar
½ cup olive oil
⅓ cup white sugar
½ teaspoon garlic powder

Steps:

  • Mix the black beans, pinto beans, white corn, green chiles, jalapeno pepper, red and green bell peppers, red onion, and cilantro together in a large bowl.
  • To make the dressing, stir the rice vinegar, olive oil, sugar, and garlic powder together in a pan. Bring to a boil, then remove from heat, and cool. Pour dressing over bean mixture, and toss to mix evenly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 261.5 calories, Carbohydrate 35.5 g, Fat 12 g, Fiber 6.3 g, Protein 6.3 g, SaturatedFat 1.7 g, Sodium 564.2 mg, Sugar 8.4 g

CAJUN SEAFOOD MARINADE



Cajun Seafood Marinade image

Seafood marinade the Cajun way is all about seasoning with garlic, cumin, chilis and pepper. I toss in fresh rosemary and thyme to enhance these tasty shrimp. -Dwayne Veretto, Roswell, New Mexico

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 10m

Yield about 1 cup.

Number Of Ingredients 7

3/4 cup canola oil
1 medium onion, finely chopped
2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
6 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon minced fresh rosemary
1 teaspoon minced fresh thyme

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, mix all ingredients. Use to marinate seafood.

Nutrition Facts :

EASY CAJUN CHICKEN CAESAR SALAD



Easy Cajun Chicken Caesar Salad image

I got this recipe from the Safeway website, which was posted by Melissa Bellemare. It's really delicious and the Cajun-spiced chicken adds quite a nice flavor kick to a plain Caesar salad.

Provided by Northwestgal

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 50m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/4 lb bacon
4 skinless chicken breast halves, cut into strips
1 teaspoon cajun seasoning
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 head romaine lettuce, rinsed, dried & chopped
1/2 cup caesar salad dressing
1/3 cup parmesan cheese, grated

Steps:

  • Cook bacon over medium high heat in a large skillet until evenly brown. Let cool slightly, then crumble and set aside.
  • In a preheated skillet, add the chicken strips, seasoning mix and oil. Cook over medium heat until chicken is golden brown. Remove from heat and set aside.
  • In a large salad bowl, combine the Romaine, enough salad dressing to lightly coat, Parmesan cheese, and the crumbled bacon. Toss and place on individual salad plates.
  • Top with the sliced chicken and serve.

MARINATED BLACK EYED PEA SALAD, AKA TEXAS CAVIAR



Marinated Black Eyed Pea Salad, Aka Texas Caviar image

Make and share this Marinated Black Eyed Pea Salad, Aka Texas Caviar recipe from Food.com.

Provided by GertieMcFlirty

Categories     Beans

Time P1DT15m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 cups black-eyed peas, cooked
1 cup celery, finely sliced
4 ounces green chilies, chopped
1/4 cup red bell pepper, finely diced
1/2 cup purple onion, diced
2 garlic cloves, finely minced
1 teaspoon salt (or more to taste)
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 1/2 cups Italian dressing
red cabbage leaf, for garnish
minced green onion top, for garnish

Steps:

  • In large glass bowl, combine all ingredients except garnish, stirring to mix well.
  • If liquid does not cover peas in bowl, add a little more dressing.
  • Marinate, covered, in refrigerator for 24 hours.
  • Drain excess salad dressing, and spoon salad onto a shallow bowl lined with red cabbage leaves.
  • Garnish with green onion tops.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 235.4, Fat 13.2, SaturatedFat 2.2, Sodium 1396.9, Carbohydrate 24.4, Fiber 4.7, Sugar 5.3, Protein 6.4

CAJUN CAVIAR



Cajun Caviar image

This is a great dip/topping for chips and crackers. It is always a winner at any gathering I take it too. Cook time is chilling time.

Provided by Sherrybeth

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 2h10m

Yield 3 cups

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (10 1/2 ounce) can black-eyed peas, drained
1/2 cup bell pepper, chopped (I use a mixture of red and yellow peppers)
1/2 cup green onion, chopped
1 garlic clove, minced (large)
1/3 cup pickled jalapeno pepper, chopped
1 teaspoon cumin
2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
1 tablespoon wine vinegar
2 tablespoons olive oil

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients and mix well.
  • Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, but overnight is best.
  • Keep chilled until ready to serve with tortilla chips, corn chips or crackers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 174.6, Fat 9.9, SaturatedFat 1.4, Sodium 554.2, Carbohydrate 17.3, Fiber 4.6, Sugar 1.3, Protein 5.6

Tips:

  • Use fresh, ripe vegetables. This will ensure that your salad is flavorful and crisp.
  • Cut the vegetables into uniform pieces. This will help them cook evenly.
  • Marinate the vegetables in the Cajun caviar marinade for at least 30 minutes. This will allow the flavors to penetrate the vegetables.
  • Cook the vegetables over high heat. This will help them retain their crispness.
  • Serve the salad immediately. This will prevent the vegetables from becoming soggy.

Conclusion:

Cajun caviar marinated salad is a delicious and refreshing dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. Whether you are looking for a healthy side dish or a flavorful main course, this salad is sure to please.

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