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Close-up of a white bowl filled with colorful Texas Caviar, featuring black-eyed peas and diced peppers and onions.

Portable Texas Caviar for Boat Trips


  • Author: Ahazzam
  • Total Time: 4 hr 20 min
  • Yield: 8 servings
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A sturdy, make-ahead bean dip perfect for serving on a boat because it resists dripping and travels well in a cooler.


Ingredients

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  • 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 (15 ounce) can black-eyed peas, rinsed and drained
  • 1 cup chopped red onion
  • 1 cup chopped green bell pepper
  • 1 cup chopped red bell pepper
  • 1 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1 (4 ounce) can diced green chilies, drained
  • 1/2 cup olive oil
  • 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 cup lime juice


Instructions

  1. Combine the rinsed beans, black-eyed peas, red onion, bell peppers, cilantro, and green chilies in a large bowl.
  2. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, cumin, salt, pepper, and lime juice to make the dressing.
  3. Pour the dressing over the bean mixture. Stir gently until all ingredients are coated.
  4. Cover the bowl tightly. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to meld. This chilling time makes the dip firmer and less messy for transport.
  5. Before serving on the boat, stir the caviar again. Serve cold directly from the container with sturdy tortilla chips or sturdy crackers.

Notes

  • For boat serving, use a container with a tight-fitting lid for easy transport and storage in the cooler.
  • Serve with thick, sturdy tortilla chips or pita chips that will not break easily when scooping.
  • Keep the dip in the cooler until immediately before serving to maintain food safety in warm weather.
  • Prep Time: 20 min
  • Cook Time: 0 min
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Chilling
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/2 cup
  • Calories: 210
  • Sugar: 3
  • Sodium: 350
  • Fat: 12
  • Saturated Fat: 2
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10
  • Trans Fat: 0
  • Carbohydrates: 22
  • Fiber: 6
  • Protein: 7
  • Cholesterol: 0