Lulu's Lower Alabama Caviar

Bring the vibrant flavors of the South to your table with Lulu's Lower Alabama Caviar, a fresh and zesty twist on the classic Texas caviar. This crowd-pleasing, no-cook appetizer combines hearty black-eyed peas, black beans, and white corn with a medley of diced tomatoes, red onion, green bell pepper, jalapeños, and fragrant cilantro for a flavor-packed bean salad. Tossed in a tangy blend of zesty Italian dressing, fresh lime juice, and spices, this dish is irresistibly bold and perfect for potlucks, game-day gatherings, or easy snacking. Serve it chilled with crunchy tortilla chips or as a colorful side salad to instantly elevate your meal. Quick to prep in under 20 minutes and bursting with wholesome ingredients, this recipe is a healthy, gluten-free, and versatile option that’s sure to become a family favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 93/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 15 oz can Black-eyed peas
• 15 oz can Black beans
• 15 oz can White corn
• 10 oz can Diced tomatoes with green chilies (e.g., Rotel)
• 1 small Red onion
• 1 medium Green bell pepper
• 1 bunch Cilantro
• 2 small Jalapeño peppers
• 1 cup Zesty Italian dressing
• 2 tablespoons Fresh lime juice
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoons Ground black pepper
• 0 optional Tortilla chips (for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Drain and rinse the black-eyed peas, black beans, and white corn to remove any excess liquid and starch. Transfer them to a large mixing bowl.

Step 2

Drain the diced tomatoes with green chilies and add them to the bowl with the beans and corn.

Step 3

Finely dice the red onion, green bell pepper, and jalapeño peppers. Add them to the mixing bowl.

Step 4

Roughly chop the cilantro, discarding any thick stems. Stir it into the vegetable mixture.

Step 5

In a separate small bowl, whisk together the zesty Italian dressing, fresh lime juice, salt, and ground black pepper until combined.

Step 6

Pour the dressing mixture over the bean and vegetable mixture. Toss everything gently to ensure it is evenly coated in the dressing.

Step 7

Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a lid and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 8

Before serving, give the caviar a good stir to redistribute the dressing. Serve chilled with tortilla chips or as a side salad.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(7829.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	8559.2

Total Fat 85.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 16.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 6900.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 1467.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 447.4g	0%
Total Sugars 245.9g
Protein 523.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 2057.2mg	0%
Iron 169.4mg	0%
Potassium 27144.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 8.8%

Protein: 24.0%

Carbs: 67.2%