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Poor Man's Caviar

Jennifer Freedman
This simple recipe features black beans and pinto beans instead of the traditional black-eyed peas. Marinated with crisp veggies in a tangy red wine vinaigrette, these humble ingredients parlay into pure magic. The result is an addictively delicious dip that is sure to please a crowd
5 from 6 votes
Prep Time 15 minutes
resting time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 15 minutes
Course Appetizer, Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine American, Tex-Mex, Texan
Servings 8
Calories 210 kcal

Ingredients
  

Marinade Ingredients

  • 2 teaspoons fresh garlic, minced about 3 cloves
  • 1/3 cup red wine vinegar
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
  • black pepper to taste

Dip Ingredients

  • 15 ounce can black beans
  • 15 ounce can pinto beans
  • 1/4 cup red onion, diced
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped or sub herb of choice
  • 1 cup tomatoes, seeded and chopped about 2-3 medium
  • 1 cup bell pepper, chopped red, yellow, or orange
  • 1 jalapeño, seeded and finely chopped* see note
  • 1-2 teaspoons hot sauce optional

Instructions
 

  • Whisk together vinegar, oil (starting with 1/4 teaspoon), garlic, onion, salt, and pepper in large bowl or food storage container with lid.
  • Add other ingredients. Gently stir to combine.
  • Cover and store in refrigerator for at least 3 hours, up to 48 hours. Mix or flip container (if well secure) about half way through marinating to allow flavors to blend.
  • Taste and add additional salt and/or another splash of vinegar as desired. Serve with tortilla chips as an appetizer. Or over greens as a side/salad.

Notes

*If you enjoy spice, feel free to use some or all of the seeds.
Store leftovers in air tight container in the refrigerator for up to a week. Freeze for up to 4 months.
 

Nutrition

Calories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 10gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 164mgPotassium: 572mgFiber: 10gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 919IUVitamin C: 33mgCalcium: 48mgIron: 3mg
Keyword cowboy caviar, poor man's caviar, Texas caviar, vegan caviar
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