Mississippi Caviar

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!

Nutriscore Rating: 82/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 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

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, red onion, jalapeño, and chopped cilantro to the bowl. Mix gently to combine.

Step 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.

Step 4

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

Step 5

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

Step 6

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

Step 7

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

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1928.8 grams (1928.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1739

Total Fat 65.70g	84%
Saturated Fat 9.60g	48%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.30g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 4240mg	184%
Total Carbohydrate 247.20g	90%
Dietary Fiber 54.30g	194%
Total Sugars 56.60g
Protein 59.00g	118%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 385mg	30%
Iron 19mg	108%
Potassium 3500mg	74%

*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: 32.6%

Protein: 13.0%

Carbs: 54.4%