Cowgirl's Southwestern Black-Eyed Pea Medley
Indulge in this delightful Southwestern-inspired dish known as Cowgirl's Southwestern Black-Eyed Pea Medley, inspired by the Cowgirl Hall of Fame Restaurant. This vibrant and flavorful snack combines black-eyed peas, fresh vegetables, and zesty spices, creating a perfect party dip or side dish. Ideal for gatherings, it's quick to prepare and allows the flavors to meld together beautifully when refrigerated. Serve it with crispy saltine crackers or crunchy corn tortilla chips for a satisfying treat that's sure to impress your guests.
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Servings
137
Calories
13
Ingredients
Ingredients
black-eyed peas
3 (16 oz cans, drained and rinsed)
chopped pimiento
1 (jar, juice included)
scallion (green part only)
1 (bunch, thinly sliced)
fresh oregano
1 (tablespoon)
Tabasco sauce
1 (tablespoon)
Worcestershire sauce
1 (tablespoon)
black pepper
1 (teaspoon)
parsley
1/2 (bunch, chopped)
fresh jalapeno chiles
3 (chopped)
firm ripe tomato
1 (chopped)
vinaigrette
2 (cups)
green bell pepper
1 (finely chopped)
fresh garlic
3 (cloves, pressed or minced)
Instructions
1
In a large mixing bowl, combine the drained black-eyed peas and the chopped pimiento along with its juice. Stir well until evenly mixed.
2
Add the thinly sliced scallions, fresh oregano, Tabasco sauce, Worcestershire sauce, black pepper, chopped parsley, chopped jalapenos, diced tomatoes, vinaigrette, green bell pepper, and minced garlic to the bowl.
3
Gently fold all ingredients together until well incorporated.
4
Cover the bowl with a lid or plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 to 6 hours, preferably overnight. This resting period allows the flavors to intensify and harmonize beautifully.
5
Before serving, give the medley a quick stir and adjust the seasoning if necessary. Serve chilled or at room temperature alongside old-fashioned saltine crackers or corn tortilla chips for dipping.
Nutrition Information
3.5g
Fat
23g
Carbs
5.8g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cowgirl's Southwestern Black-Eyed Pea Medley?
It is a vibrant Southwestern-inspired dish that combines black-eyed peas, fresh vegetables, and zesty spices, perfect as a party dip or side dish.
What are the main ingredients in this recipe?
The primary ingredients include black-eyed peas, chopped pimiento, scallions, fresh oregano, Tabasco sauce, Worcestershire sauce, parsley, jalapenos, tomatoes, vinaigrette, green bell pepper, and garlic.
How should I prepare the black-eyed peas?
You should use three 16 oz cans of black-eyed peas that have been drained and rinsed.
How long should the medley be refrigerated before serving?
The mixture should be refrigerated for at least 4 to 6 hours, though overnight is preferred to allow flavors to intensify.
What are some serving suggestions for this dish?
It is best served chilled or at room temperature with old-fashioned saltine crackers or corn tortilla chips.
How many calories are in a serving of this medley?
There are 137 calories per serving.
Is this recipe suitable for vegetarians?
Yes, this dish is tagged as a vegetarian recipe.
How much fat does this recipe contain?
Each serving contains approximately 3.5g of fat.
What is the carbohydrate content?
There are 23g of carbohydrates per serving.
How much protein is in this dish?
Each serving provides 5.8g of protein.
Should I use the liquid from the pimiento jar?
Yes, the instructions specify to include the chopped pimiento along with its juice.
Which part of the scallions should I use?
The recipe calls for one bunch of scallions, using the green part only, thinly sliced.
How much vinaigrette is needed?
The recipe requires 2 cups of vinaigrette.
Does this recipe use fresh or dried garlic?
It uses 3 cloves of fresh garlic, which should be pressed or minced.
How many jalapenos are used?
The recipe calls for 3 fresh jalapeno chiles, chopped.
Is there a specific restaurant that inspired this recipe?
Yes, this recipe is inspired by the Cowgirl Hall of Fame Restaurant.
Can this dish be considered Texas Caviar?
Yes, Texas Caviar is one of the primary tags for this recipe.
How much Worcestershire sauce is added?
The recipe includes one tablespoon of Worcestershire sauce.
What type of bell pepper is used?
One finely chopped green bell pepper is used.
Is fresh oregano required?
Yes, the recipe specifies one tablespoon of fresh oregano.
What kind of tomato should I use?
Use one firm ripe tomato, chopped.
How much parsley is in the medley?
The recipe calls for half a bunch of chopped parsley.
Is Tabasco sauce included for spice?
Yes, one tablespoon of Tabasco sauce is added for flavor and heat.
Do I need to cook any of the ingredients?
No, this is a no-cook recipe involving mixing and chilling.
How much black pepper should be added?
The recipe calls for one teaspoon of black pepper.
Is this recipe considered a quick preparation?
Yes, while it requires chilling time, the actual mixing process is quick.
What is the first step in the instructions?
The first step is to combine the drained black-eyed peas and the chopped pimiento with its juice in a large mixing bowl.
How should the ingredients be mixed?
You should gently fold all ingredients together until they are well incorporated.
Can I adjust the seasoning?
Yes, the instructions suggest giving it a quick stir and adjusting seasoning if necessary before serving.
What size cans of black-eyed peas are used?
The recipe uses 16 oz cans of black-eyed peas.