Tennessee Caviar from Tennessee

Dive into the flavors of the South with this vibrant and irresistible "Tennessee Caviar from Tennessee" recipe! Packed with wholesome black-eyed peas, black beans, sweet corn, and a rainbow of fresh veggies like red bell peppers, green bell peppers, and red onions, this zesty dish is as colorful as it is delicious. The tangy homemade dressing, made with olive oil, red wine vinegar, lime juice, and a hint of garlic, ties everything together for a refreshing blend of bold, bright flavors. Perfectly marinated to allow the ingredients to meld, this no-cook recipe takes just 20 minutes to prepare and is ideal for parties, potlucks, or as a healthy snack served with tortilla chips or crackers. Whether you're in Tennessee or simply craving a taste of Southern charm, this versatile dish makes a delectable appetizer or side dish that’s sure to impress your guests.

Nutriscore Rating: 82/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 15 ounces black-eyed peas (canned, drained and rinsed)
• 15 ounces black beans (canned, drained and rinsed)
• 15 ounces sweet corn (canned or frozen, drained if canned)
• 1 red bell pepper (diced)
• 1 green bell pepper (diced)
• 1 red onion (finely chopped)
• 1 jalapeño (seeded and finely diced, optional)
• 0.5 cup fresh cilantro (chopped)
• 0.25 cup olive oil
• 0.25 cup red wine vinegar
• 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
• 1 lime (juiced)
• 2 cloves garlic (minced)
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the black-eyed peas, black beans, and corn.

Step 2

Add the diced red bell pepper, green bell pepper, chopped red onion, jalapeño (if using), and fresh cilantro to the bowl.

Step 3

In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, granulated sugar, lime juice, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper until fully combined.

Step 4

Pour the dressing over the bean and vegetable mixture, and gently toss to combine, ensuring all ingredients are well coated.

Step 5

Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let the mixture marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 6

Remove from the refrigerator, taste, and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper if needed.

Step 7

Serve chilled with tortilla chips, crackers, or as a side dish. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1912.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1854.2

Total Fat 66.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 9.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.3g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 4937.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 266.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 56.2g	0%
Total Sugars 72.1g
Protein 68.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 370.8mg	0%
Iron 18.6mg	0%
Potassium 3967.3mg	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: 30.7%

Protein: 14.2%

Carbs: 55.1%