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15 Minute Cowboy Caviar (AKA Texas Caviar)

May 28, 2019 / Updated January 1, 2021 / By Verna / 12 Comments

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15 Minute Cowboy Caviar also known as Texas Caviar is cross between a fresh tomato salsa and a bean salad. It’s super addicting with a sweet and tangy Southwestern Vinaigrette Style Dressing. A total winner for your next summer Bbq or potluck! Healthy, naturally Vegan and gluten free. Delish!

tortilla chip being dipped in cowboy caviar

Prepare to be wowed! You guys are going to love this Cowboy Caviar recipe, it’s so easy!! with black beans, corn, black eyed peas, Rotel tomatoes with green chilies, chopped peppers, red onion, fresh cilantro and the best zesty tangy southwestern style vinaigrette, made with fresh lime juice and zest, red wine vinegar, pickled jalapeño juice, sugar and spices

ingredients for cowboy caviar in a brown bowl

It’s like a Mexican black bean and corn salsa/salad on steroids, lol! with lots of tasty crunchy veggies added.

I like bringing this to potlucks, it’s so simple and inexpensive to make. People are always asking for the recipe. It’s great just as a salad or surround it with tortilla chips for tasty chips and dip! Either way once it hits that potluck smorgasbord it’ll disappear pretty fast!

Great for a side salad or appetizer for dinner too!

Perfect for special holiday get togethers like, Memorial Day, Canada day, Fourth of July, Cinco de Mayo, etc… or a fun anyday family and friends Bbq, potluck or picnic.

cowboy caviar in a brown bowl surrounded by tortilla chips

There are a few names for this Cowboy Caviar: Texas Caviar, Cowboy Salsa, Southwestern Veggie Salad, Lone Star Caviar, Southwestern Bean Salad, Black Eyed Pea salad, Southern Caviar, Tex Mex Caviar, Hillbilly Caviar, and probably a few more…

I’m most familiar with Cowboy Caviar. Hey call it whatever you want, a salsa or a salad, its delicious no matter what.

How to make 15 Minute Cowboy Caviar:

First whisk together the ingredients for the southwestern vinaigrette in a small bowl and set aside

Now add the drained and rinsed beans and black eyed peas to a large salad bowl along with the corn, tomatoes and the chopped onions, veggies and cilantro.

Pour the vinaigrette dressing over the top. Mix well and serve right away or chill in the fridge for 30 minutes and give it a mix before serving. Easy Peasy! Enjoy!

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Ok lets make 15 Minute Cowboy Caviar it's:

easy

crispy & crunchy

perfect as a salad or a salsa!

gluten free

quick

super tasty!

kid friendly

super satisfying

sweet and tangy

protein packed

healthy

full of veggies

Enjoy guys! Happy day to you? feel free to leave a comment and a rating below. I would love to hear from you.

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tortilla chip being dipped in cowboy caviar

15 Minute Cowboy Caviar (AKA Texas Caviar)


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  • Author: Verna
  • Prep Time: 15 Minutes
  • Total Time: 15 Minutes
  • Yield: 8 Servings 1x
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15 Minute Cowboy Caviar also known as Texas Caviar is cross between a fresh tomato salsa and a bean salad. It’s super addicting with a sweet and tangy Southwestern Vinaigrette Style Dressing. A total winner for your next summer Bbq or potluck! Healthy, naturally Vegan and gluten free. Delish!


Ingredients

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Cowboy Caviar Ingredients:

  • 1 can (15 oz) (540 ml) black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can (15 oz) (540 ml) black eyed peas, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can (12 oz) (341 ml) corn, I like peaches and cream, (don't drain)
  • 1 can (10 oz) (284 ml) mild chopped tomatoes with green chilies, ( I like Rotel Brand)
  • 1/2 red pepper, diced
  • 1/2 yellow pepper, diced
  • 1/2 orange pepper, diced
  • 1/3-1/2 cup red onion, diced
  • 1/3-1/2 cup cilantro, chopped and loosely packed

Southwestern Vinaigrette Dressing ingredients:

  • 1 tablespoon oil, I use grapeseed oil
  • zest of 1 lime
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice ( approximately 1 lime)
  • 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • 2 teaspoons pickled jalapeño juice
  • 2 teaspoons sugar
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic salt (not powder)
  • 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions

How to make 15 Minute Cowboy Caviar:

  1. First whisk together the ingredients for the Southwestern Vinaigrette in a small bowl and set aside
  2. Now add the drained and rinsed beans and black eyed peas to a large salad bowl along with the corn, tomatoes and the chopped onions, veggies and cilantro. Pour the vinaigrette dressing over the top.
  3. Mix well and serve right away or chill in the fridge for 30 minutes and give it a mix before serving. Easy Peasy! Enjoy!
  4. Yields 6-8 servings based on side salad portions

Notes

  • this salad will keep covered in the fridge for 3-4 days
  • Category: Salads, Gluten free, Sauces & dressings
  • Cuisine: Mexican, American

Keywords: cowboy caviar, Texas Caviar, southwestern vinaigrette, Mexican, salad, salsa, easy, bean salad, gluten free, dressing

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  1. Mona

    December 28, 2020 at 8:45 pm

    This is fabulous. Love if so much that I use it instead of salad dressing with good crunchy romaine!

    ★★★★★

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    • Verna

      December 29, 2020 at 5:00 am

      Great idea!! Glad you're enjoying it Mona! Thanks so much for your comment!

      Reply
  2. Corrine

    April 17, 2020 at 4:06 pm

    Excellent cowboy caviar recipe! love that there's no avocado added. My husband and boys really enjoyed it. We are going to add it to our wraps today. Thanks for sharing a great recipe!

    ★★★★★

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    • Verna

      April 17, 2020 at 7:44 pm

      You are very welcome Corrine, glad to hear your family enjoyed it. Thank you so much for your comment!

      Reply
  3. Brenda

    February 26, 2020 at 11:20 pm

    Absolutely delicious salad! My family is addicted!

    ★★★★★

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    • Verna

      February 27, 2020 at 8:30 pm

      Yay that's great! Thanks so much Brenda, it's a favourite around here too!

      Reply
  4. Carol McCollum

    January 16, 2020 at 12:56 am

    I think I'll try this & add chopped mango! Yum!

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    • Verna

      January 16, 2020 at 1:32 am

      that sounds so good Carol! Enjoy!

      Reply
  5. Gerry

    August 26, 2019 at 4:12 am

    Very versatile, goes well with so many dishes.

    ★★★★★

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    • Verna

      August 26, 2019 at 7:07 pm

      Thanks Gerry glad you liked it!

      Reply
  6. Ellie

    June 01, 2019 at 2:38 am

    Love this recipe!
    So bright and colorful
    Hubby's not a fan of cilantro so substitute celery
    Love it with the nacho chips

    ★★★★★

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    • Verna

      June 01, 2019 at 3:51 am

      I'm so glad you love the recipe Ellie! My husband used to dislike cilantro now he loves it, go figure, lol. celery sounds good?

      Reply

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