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cowboy caviar - stephanie

(3 RATINGS)
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Sjdodd avatar
Kansas City, MO
Updated on Nov 28, 2023

This is the best Cowboy Caviar I have had. The dressing is homemade and makes it so much better than using salad dressing. This recipe can be modified in many ways by adding various vegetables. Enjoy!

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Cowboy caviar is a classic dip that's always crowd-pleasing. In this recipe, the mixture of beans is perfect and provides a texture contrast for the fresh veggies. Celery adds crunch. Onion and jalapenos add a nice little bite. Corn and bell peppers are almost sweet. Everything is tossed in a sweet and tangy dressing that brings the flavors together. We served ours with corn chips, but crackers and tortilla chips also work.

— The Test Kitchen
prep time 15 Min
cook time
method Stove Top
yield 8 - 10

Ingredients

  • 1 can pinto beans, drained (15.5 oz)
  • 1 can black beans, drained (15.25 oz)
  • 1 can black eyed peas, drained (15.5 oz)
  • 1 can Mexicorn, drained (11 oz)
  • 1 1/2 cups celery, chopped
  • 1 1/2 cups peppers, diced (green, red or yellow make it colorful)
  • 1/2 jar roasted red pepper (12 oz jar, or can use pimientos)
  • 1/2 large onion, chopped
  • 1 - jalapeno pepper, chopped (I use canned jalapenos)
  • - cilantro, to taste
  • DRESSING
  • 1 cup oil
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar

How To Make cowboy caviar - stephanie

  • Mix the oil, sugar, and vinegar together and boil.
    Step 1
    Mix the oil, sugar, and vinegar together and boil. Cool in the refrigerator.
  • Mix together remaining ingredients.
    Step 2
    While the dressing is cooling, in a large bowl, mix together all the other ingredients.
  • Pouring dressing over ingredients.
    Step 3
    Pour the dressing over the vegetable mixture. Cover and chill.
  • Step 4
    I also have used chopped tomatoes in this and plain corn if I couldn't find Mexicorn. I prefer using the canned jalapenos as they are easier to chop. Add to your taste. I really like cilantro so I put quite a bit in it. This dish is best if refrigerated overnight. Serve with Frito Scoops!
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