Original Texas Caviar Recipe: A Healthy Twist with Turkey Bacon
A refreshing and healthy twist on the classic Texas caviar, featuring turkey bacon for added flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can black-eyed peas
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1 small red onion, diced
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 4 slices turkey bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine black-eyed peas, bell pepper, red onion, cherry tomatoes, turkey bacon, and cilantro.
- In a separate small bowl, whisk together lime juice, cumin, salt, and black pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the bean mixture and toss gently to combine.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.
Notes
- For a spicier version, add diced jalapeños.
- Serve with tortilla chips for a delicious appetizer.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
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