Mississippi Caviar

Nutriscore Rating: 83/100

Bursting with bold, zesty flavors, Mississippi Caviar is the ultimate Southern-inspired dip or salad that’s perfect for parties, barbecues, or simple snacking. This vibrant, no-cook recipe combines the hearty textures of black-eyed peas, black beans, and sweet corn with the refreshing crunch of bell peppers, red onion, and jalapeño. Tossed in a tangy, citrusy dressing made with olive oil, red wine vinegar, lime juice, and a hint of honey, this dish delivers a perfect balance of savory, smoky, and slightly sweet flavors. Ready in just 20 minutes and packed with colorful, fresh ingredients, Mississippi Caviar is not only visually stunning but also a healthy, crowd-pleasing option. Serve it chilled with tortilla chips, crackers, or as a topping for salads and grilled meats for a delightfully versatile dish that’s sure to impress!

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 20 min
• Cook Time: N/A
• Total Time: 20 min
• Servings: 8 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

16 items

• 15 oz black-eyed peas (canned, drained, and rinsed)
• 15 oz black beans (canned, drained, and rinsed)
• 15 oz whole kernel corn (canned, drained)
• 1 medium red bell pepper (diced)
• 1 medium green bell pepper (diced)
• 1 medium red onion (small, finely diced)
• 1 medium jalapeño peppers (seeded and finely chopped)
• 0.5 cup fresh cilantro (chopped)
• 0.25 cup olive oil
• 0.25 cup red wine vinegar
• 2 tablespoons lime juice (freshly squeezed)
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

📝 Instructions

7 steps

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

2. Add the diced red bell pepper, green bell pepper, red onion, jalapeño, and chopped cilantro to the bowl. Mix gently to combine.

3. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, lime juice, honey, ground cumin, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.

4. Pour the dressing over the vegetable and bean mixture. Toss gently until everything is evenly coated.

5. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld together.

6. Before serving, give the mixture a final toss and adjust seasoning if needed.

7. Serve chilled with tortilla chips, crackers, or as a topping for salads or grilled meats.

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (1843.9g)

Calories		1745
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		64.8 g	83%
	Saturated Fat	9.3 g	46%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	0.0 g
Cholesterol		0 mg	0%
Sodium		3428 mg	149%
Total Carbohydrate		247.8 g	90%
	Dietary Fiber	53.1 g	190%
	Total Sugars	56.8 g
Protein		60.8 g	122%
Vitamin D		0.0 mcg	0%
Calcium		327 mg	25%
Iron		18.1 mg	101%
Potassium		3329 mg	71%

*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: 583 cal (32.1%%)

Protein: 243 cal (13.4%%)

Carbs: 991 cal (54.5%%)