Appetizer for 8
Cowboy Caviar
Black beans, peas, corn, and vegetables soak in a tangy oil dressing for a colorful chilled dish.
$2.98for 4 servings
$0.75 per serving$2.98 for 4
Typical price: Salefork's estimate of an everyday US shelf price for each ingredient. Pick your city to price it from this week's ad.
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- 45 minstart to table
- Mediumdifficulty
- 8servings as written
- $typical cost tier
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What it costs
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| Ingredient | Amount | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Red onions$1.49/lb typical | 0.3 lb | $0.46Typical price |
| Canned beans$0.09/oz typical | 30 oz | $2.70Typical price |
| Bell peppers$2.49/lb typical | 0.4 lb | $0.93Typical price |
| Garlic$0.75 each typical | 0.25 | $0.15Typical price |
| Juice, soda and mixers$0.04/oz typical | 1 oz | $0.04Typical price |
| Fresh herbs (cilantro, parsley, basil)$1.49 each typical | 0.25 | $0.25Typical price |
| Total for the servings shown | $5.96 | |
Pantry staples you likely have
Dried spices (cumin, paprika, chili powder, oregano)Dried herbs, spices and seasoning blendsSugar and brown sugarOlive and cooking oilWine, beer and spirits
Not included in the cost.
Ingredients
- 1 cup diced red onion
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans
- 1 can (15 oz) black eyed peas
- 1 red bell pepper
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tbsp sugar
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 3 tbsp red wine vinegar
- 2 tbsp lime juice
- 1/3 cup chopped fresh cilantro
Steps
- Cut the corn from the cobs and dice the bell pepper, onion, garlic, and jalapeño.
- Drain and rinse the black beans and black-eyed peas, then place them in a large bowl.
- Whisk the oil, vinegar, lime juice, salt, cumin, smoked paprika, and sugar in a small bowl.
- Stir the vegetables and cilantro into the beans and peas.
- Pour in the dressing, toss well, and chill for 30 minutes before serving.
Swaps
- Red onions for Onionsabout $0.20/lb less at typical prices
- Canned beans for Dried beans and lentilsabout $0.02/oz more at typical prices
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