For a smoother texture, you can partially mash some of the black-eyed peas before adding them to the marinade. If you don't have Italian-style salad dressing, you can make your own vinaigrette with olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, garlic, and herbs. Feel free to add other vegetables to the mix, such as corn, diced tomatoes, or avocado (added just before serving). This dish can be made ahead of time and will keep well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Georgia Caviar
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PREP TIME15 mins
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COOK TIME1 hrs 30 mins
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TOTAL TIME9 hrs 45 mins
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SERVING12 People
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VIEWS30
A vibrant and tangy black-eyed pea salad, marinated to perfection and bursting with fresh flavors. This delightful 'caviar' is a crowd-pleasing appetizer or side dish, ideal with tortilla chips, crusty bread, or as a topping for grilled meats.
Ingridients
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate31 g
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Fiber5 g
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Protein10 g
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Saturated Fat2 g
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Sodium656 mg
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Sugar8 g
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Fat12 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
Step
1 hrs 30 mins
Rinse the black-eyed peas thoroughly. Place them in a large pot and cover with plenty of water. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 90 minutes, or until the peas are tender but not mushy. (Approx. 90 minutes)
02
Step
5 mins
Drain the cooked black-eyed peas in a colander and rinse with cold water to stop the cooking process. Let them drain completely.
03
Step
10 mins
While the peas are cooking, prepare the marinade. In a large bowl, combine the Italian-style salad dressing, diced jalapeño, chopped onion, pimento peppers, minced garlic, and diced green bell pepper. Season with black pepper.
04
Step
5 mins
Add the drained black-eyed peas to the bowl with the marinade and toss gently to coat. Ensure all the ingredients are well combined.
05
Step
8 hrs
Cover the bowl tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 8 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to meld and develop. (Approx. 8+ hours)
06
Step
5 mins
Before serving, stir the Georgia Caviar and taste. Adjust seasonings as needed, adding more salt, pepper, or jalapeño to your preference. Garnish with fresh cilantro or parsley, if desired. Serve chilled or at room temperature.
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Ibrahim Grady
Jun 22, 2025So good! I used a homemade vinaigrette and it was even better than the store-bought dressing.
Danielle Welch
Jun 18, 2025Easy to follow and delicious. I adjusted the amount of jalapeño to make it milder for my family.
Hailee Mclaughlin
May 3, 2025I've made this several times and it's always a winner. I like to add a can of diced tomatoes for extra flavor and color.
Garrison Rath
Apr 12, 2025This recipe is amazing! I made it for a party and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved the flavor!