a.k.a. - Georgia Caviar, Texas Caviar, Mississippi Caviar, Redneck Caviar, Cowboy Caviar
This recipe is so versatile! You can also heap it on top of juicy burgers for a spicy Southwestern spin. Or, scoop it onto crostini for a pretty, easy appetizer. It makes a wonderful side salad. You can use it as a dip with tortilla chips. Since I eat a big salad every day, I love it as a salad topper.
As for ingredients, there are so many variations. Just toss in whatever you are in the mood for and have on hand. This list gives you lots of choices. You don't need to use ALL of these options!
It's super easy. Just throw everything together and mix it up. Put it in the frighted for at least an hour. It's even better the next day, so this is a great make ahead recipe!
Bean Base - choose 1 or more
They can be fresh, canned or frozen, but they need to be cooked and rinsed.
- Black-Eyed Peas - my personal fav for this recipe
- Acre peas
- Black beans
Base - main produce
- Corn, fresh
- Bell pepper - red, yellow or orange
- Tomatoes, fresh or 1 can Rotel
More Options
- Onion - Vidalia, Sweet , or Red
- Scallions or Green onions
- Garlic
- Jalapenos (seeds and ribs removed)
- Celery
Last minute
- Avocado
Condiments, Herbs and Spices
- 4 tbsp Lime juice, fresh
- Cilantro or parsley
- salt and pepper
Oils & Vinegars
- 4 tbsp Olive oil, extra virgin
- 1 tbsp Red wine vinegar
- some like to use Italian Dressing
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