Classic Texas Caviar

Prep time: 15 min
Servings: 40
Yield: 40 servings

Description

This classic Texas caviar is made with canned black-eyed peas, tomatoes, and veggies tossed in a red wine vinegar dressing with herbs and spices.

Ingredients

2 (15 4/5 ounce) cans black-eyed peas, drained
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can petite diced tomatoes, drained
2 fresh medium jalapenos, stemmed, seeded and minced
1 small onion, cut into small dice
1/2 yellow bell pepper, stemmed, seeded and cut into small dice
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
6 tablespoons red wine vinegar
6 tablespoons olive oil (not extra virgin)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin

Directions

1 Mix all ingredients in a medium bowl; cover and refrigerate 2 hours or up to 2 days. Before serving, adjust seasonings to taste, adding extra vinegar, salt and pepper. Transfer to a serving bowl.