Best 4 Tangy Cowboy Caviar Recipes

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**Tangy Cowboy Caviar: A Refreshing and Versatile Party Dip**

Welcome to the world of Tangy Cowboy Caviar, a vibrant and flavorful dip that's perfect for any occasion. This versatile dish, also known as Texas Caviar, is a delightful blend of fresh vegetables, beans, and a tangy dressing, creating a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Whether you're hosting a party, having a potluck, or simply looking for a healthy and refreshing snack, Tangy Cowboy Caviar is sure to be a hit.

This article provides a collection of Tangy Cowboy Caviar recipes, each with its unique twist. From the classic version bursting with the goodness of black-eyed peas, corn, bell peppers, and a zesty dressing, to variations featuring roasted red peppers, avocado, or even a touch of heat from jalapeños, there's a recipe here to suit every palate.

So, gather your ingredients, put on your apron, and let's embark on a culinary journey to create this refreshing and versatile dip that will be the star of your next gathering.

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

COWBOY CAVIAR RECIPE



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This Cowboy Caviar recipe is a vibrant bean salad with lots of beans and fresh ingredients tossed in a tangy vinaigrette, perfect for any party. A favorite.

Provided by Mike Hultquist

Categories     Appetizer     Salad     Salsa     Side Dish     Snack

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 19

1/4 cup olive oil
1/4 cup apple cider vinegar ((or use red wine vinegar))
1 lime ((just the juice))
1 teaspoon cayenne powder
1 teaspoon ancho chili powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder ((or use fresh minced garlic))
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon cumin
1 pinch sugar (to taste)
Salt, pepper, and chili flakes to taste
1 can black eyed peas (drained and rinsed (15 ounces))
1 can black beans (drained and rinsed (15 ounces))
2 jalapeno peppers (diced)
1 red bell pepper (diced)
2 Roma tomatoes (diced)
2 cups chopped red onion
2 ears fresh sweet corn (removed from husks)
1 avocado (diced)
1/2 cup fresh chopped cilantro

Steps:

  • Whisk the dressing/vinaigrette ingredients together in a small bowl until they thicken up.
  • Add all of the cowboy caviar ingredients to a large bowl and mix to combine.
  • Stir in the dressing/vinaigrette. Make sure everything gets nice and evenly coated.
  • Adjust for salt and pepper. Serve immediately with tortilla chips!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 116 kcal, Carbohydrate 11 g, Protein 2 g, Fat 7 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 7 mg, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 2 g, ServingSize 1 serving

EASY COWBOY CAVIAR



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This easy Cowboy Caviar is a colorful bean salad made with a mix of black beans, black-eyed peas, fresh veggies, and a tangy lime dressing.

Provided by Kat Jeter & Melinda Caldwell

Categories     Side

Time 2h15m

Number Of Ingredients 12

15 ounces Black beans
15 ounces Black-eyed peas
15 ounces Corn
1 cup Bell Peppers (mix of colors, diced)
2 Roma Tomatoes (diced)
¼ cup Red Onion (diced)
¼ cup Cilantro (finely chopped)
½ cup Olive Oil
¼ cup Red wine vinegar
¼ cup Lime juice
1 clove Garlic
1 teaspoon Salt

Steps:

  • Drain and rinse the canned black beans and black-eyed peas.
  • Combine black beans, black-eyed peas, corn, bell peppers, tomatoes, onion, and cilantro in a large bowl.
  • In a small bowl whisk together olive oil, vinegar, lime juice, garlic, and salt.
  • Pour the dressing over the bowl of beans and vegetables and gently toss together.
  • Cover container and place in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours.
  • When ready to serve transfer to another bowl using a slotted spoon leaving excess dressing behind.
  • Serve with chips and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 0.5 cup, Calories 253 kcal, Carbohydrate 30 g, Protein 9 g, Fat 12 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 238 mg, Fiber 8 g, Sugar 5 g

COWBOY CAVIAR PASTA SALAD



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The popular, Texas-inspired cowboy caviar can take the form of dip, garnish, side dish and more, but in this recipe, it becomes a complete meal, and one that's much better than anything you'd find in the grocer's deli case. Packed with vegetables, beans and pasta, and dressed in a light and tangy dressing, it's flavorful, fresh and hearty enough to feed the whole family. And it comes in at a great price, since it can be made with leftover rotisserie chicken and seasonal vegetables-although frozen and canned work well, too! In the summertime, this cold salad is perfect dinner on a sticky night and a guaranteed potluck hit. Even better, it's easily made ahead. So next time you're in the kitchen, why not put on a pot of water to boil. With a few minutes of chopping, you can rustle up tonight's-or tomorrow's-dinner!

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 25m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 box Betty Crocker™ Suddenly Salad™ classic pasta salad mix
3 tablespoons cold water
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons lime juice
1 tablespoon honey
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup chopped cooked chicken
1/2 cup chopped cooked bacon (5 slices)
1/2 cup Progresso™ canned black beans or black-eyed peas, drained, rinsed
1/2 cup frozen corn, cooked as directed on bag, cooled
1/2 cup chopped red bell pepper
1/2 cup diced fresh tomato
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
2 tablespoons chopped red onion

Steps:

  • Pour pasta (from Suddenly Salad box) into 3-quart saucepan 2/3 full of boiling water. Gently boil uncovered 12 minutes, stirring occasionally. Drain pasta. Rinse with cold water; drain well.
  • In large bowl, stir together seasoning (from Suddenly Salad box), cold water, oil, lime juice, honey, cumin, pepper flakes and salt to make dressing.
  • Add pasta, chicken, bacon, beans, corn, bell pepper, tomato, cilantro and red onion to dressing mixture in bowl; toss to gently coat. Serve immediately, or cover and refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 290, Carbohydrate 38 g, Cholesterol 25 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 3 g, Protein 14 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Cup, Sodium 580 mg, Sugar 7 g, TransFat 0 g

COWBOY CAVIAR (TANGY BLACK BEAN DIP)



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I got this recipe from a cookbook that came free in the mail (from a cigarette company of all things)!! I modified it slighty, and I've gotten nothing but compliments on it. I do tend to go heavier on the garlic & sometimes add a bit more vinegar than what's called for. It sets real nice if chilled overnight, but if time's an issue, chilling isn't totally necessary. I like to serve it in a bright colored bowl.

Provided by tzisa

Categories     Black Beans

Time 10m

Yield 3 cups

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 (15 ounce) cans black beans (drained & rinsed well)
2 -4 garlic cloves, cut
1 medium onion, cut up
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper
1/3 cup parsley
1/3 cup olive oil
3 -5 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 (7 ounce) can whole kernel corn (rinsed well)

Steps:

  • Place all ingredients except corn in a food processor. Process in an on-off manner for about 1 minute.
  • Transfer to large bowl & stir in corn manually.
  • Refrigerate overnight to allow flavors to blend. Serve with chips, crackers or toast.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 560.6, Fat 25.9, SaturatedFat 3.7, Sodium 618.1, Carbohydrate 66.6, Fiber 20.1, Sugar 3.3, Protein 20.7

Tips:

  • To save time, use a food processor to finely chop the vegetables.
  • For a spicier salsa, add a finely chopped jalapeño pepper.
  • If you don't have fresh cilantro, you can substitute dried cilantro.
  • Serve the salsa immediately or refrigerate it for up to 3 days.
  • Enjoy the salsa with tortilla chips, crackers, or grilled chicken or fish.

Conclusion:

Cowboy caviar is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed in many different ways. It is a great appetizer, side dish, or main course. It is also a healthy and nutritious dish that is packed with vitamins and minerals. So next time you are looking for a new and exciting dish to try, give cowboy caviar a try. You won't be disappointed!

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