Sunday, March 13, 2011

Cowgirl Caviar

This is hands down my favorite salsa. I had a taste of Texas Caviar at my cousin's party on the 4th of July and wouldn't leave without getting that recipe! I modified her recipe slightly with ingredients that I had in my pantry. You could really use any type of beans -  black beans, pinto beans, etc. I went with pink beans, thus the name, "cowgirl" caviar. Sweet & sassy... 

Ingredients:
15oz can Black Beans, rinsed & drained
15 oz can Pink Beans, rinsed & drained
15 oz can Corn
1/2 Jalapeno Pepper, seeded & chopped finely
1 Red Pepper, seeded & diced
1/2 Red Onion, diced
1/2 bunch cilantro, finely chopped
1/4 cup Rice Vinegar
1/4 cup Olive Oil
2 Tbsp Sugar
1/4 tsp Garlic Powder

Directions:
Mix all ingredients in large bowl. Stir to coat evenly and dissolve sugar. Refrigerate. Serve with your favorite tortilla chips. I like it even more on the second day, as the sugar and vinegar make the onions more mild and super juicy. Enjoy!