Poor Man’s Caviar Dip
This is a wonderful and (gasp!) healthy dip that features black-eyed peas and other delicious beans in a light dressing tossed with some fresh herbs. I tasted something similar to this concoction at a party and decided to try to re-create it for myself! The husband really liked this one . . .
Poor Man’s Caviar Dip
1 14-ounce can of black beans, rinsed and drained
1 15.5-ounce can black-eyed peas, rinsed and drained
1 14-ounce can garbanzo beans, rinsed and drained
2 cups cooked corn or 1 15-ounce can white corn, drained
1 cup finely chopped sweet onion
2 cloves garlic, finely minced
1/3 cup finely chopped fresh parsley
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh basil
1/3 cup olive oil
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon dry mustard powder
3 shakes hot sauce
Combine all the beans, the corn, the onion, the garlic, and the herbs in a large bowl, and set aside.
In a seal-able container, combine the olive oil, vinegar, salt, pepper, mustard, and hot sauce. Seal and shake vigorously until completely combined. Pour the dressing over the bean mixture. Refrigerate for at least 3 hours, preferably overnight, before serving so that all the flavors can meld. Serve with tortilla chips (or just a spoon). Enjoy!!
Courtney
I’ve had dips similar to this pretty much my whole life. They were always a staple at tailgates and family reunions. I like your name much better, though, because in Alabama it was always called “Redneck Caviar.”
Jen
I’ve had this as well. It’s quite tasty. I love anything with black beans and corn!
admin
Courtney – we were actually just in Columbus, GA over the weekend (about a stone’s throw from the Alabama line), and I saw Redneck Caviar on the menu at a restaurant!! Whatever you call it, it’s pretty yummy!
Kellee
Ohhhh lady, you make it ALL look SOOO good. I LOOOVE me some black-eyed peas, I will definitely have to give this a shot. (I’m fairly certain I saw that with every post, dont I?!)
Maryanna
This is one of my favorite dips/salsas. I make a version very similar, and it’s always the first thing to disappear at parties.
Tyler Anderson
It’s better with Frito’s scoops. You can get more on the chip!