Description
Redneck Caviar is a bold, flavorful Southern dip that’s easy to prepare and packed with fresh ingredients. Featuring black-eyed peas, crisp bell peppers, onions, and tomatoes, all tossed in a tangy vinaigrette, this dish is perfect for potlucks, BBQs, and game days. Whether served with tortilla chips, crackers, or as a salad topping, this budget-friendly, crowd-pleasing recipe is sure to be a hit!
Ingredients
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For the Dip:
- 1 (15 oz) can black-eyed peas, drained and rinsed
- 1 (15 oz) can black beans, drained and rinsed (optional)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, diced
- 1 small red onion, finely chopped
- 1 small jalapeño, finely diced (optional for heat)
- ½ cup corn (fresh, frozen, or canned)
- ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
For the Dressing:
- ¼ cup olive oil
- ¼ cup apple cider vinegar (or red wine vinegar)
- 1 tablespoon sugar (adjust to taste)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon cumin (optional for a Tex-Mex twist)
- ½ teaspoon chili powder (optional for heat)
- Juice of 1 lime
Instructions
For the Dip:
- 1 (15 oz) can black-eyed peas, drained and rinsed
- 1 (15 oz) can black beans, drained and rinsed (optional)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, diced
- 1 small red onion, finely chopped
- 1 small jalapeño, finely diced (optional for heat)
- ½ cup corn (fresh, frozen, or canned)
- ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
For the Dressing:
- ¼ cup olive oil
- ¼ cup apple cider vinegar (or red wine vinegar)
- 1 tablespoon sugar (adjust to taste)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon cumin (optional for a Tex-Mex twist)
- ½ teaspoon chili powder (optional for heat)
- Juice of 1 lime
Notes
- Make Ahead: This dip tastes even better the next day as the flavors meld.
- Spice Level: Adjust the heat by adding more jalapeños or a dash of hot sauce.
- Serving Ideas: Serve it as a salad, a dip, or a topping for grilled chicken, fish, or tacos.
- Storage: Keeps well in the fridge for 3-5 days in an airtight container.
Enjoy this easy and delicious Redneck Caviar at your next gathering.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Side Dish
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: Southern, American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: ½ cup
- Calories: 150 kcal
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Redneck Caviar, Southern Dip, Black-Eyed Pea Salad, Easy Appetizer, Party Dip, Healthy Snack, Cowboy Caviar Alternative