November 8, 2011

cowboy caviar

Fall means tailgating season and lots of delicious dips, desserts and snacks to munch on during the games. I often like to try and have at least one healthy appetizer at the tailgates to make me feel like consuming all the sweets/unhealthy foods isn't so bad (anyone else?). This past weekend for the Alabama/LSU game I decided to try Cowboy Caviar to bring to the viewing party.

 The recipe was simple to pull together and could be easily customizable to your taste. I added garlic and cumin this round and plan on adding a jalapeno next time for an added kick.
I loved the way all of the fresh ingredients and dressing came together for a light and refreshing party snack. Tip: have at least 30-45 minutes to let the dip sit together in the fridge- it only gets better from there...


Any tailgating appetizers that you can't get enough of?
I'd love to hear your recipes!

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25 comments:

  1. Fash BoulevardNovember 8, 2011 at 6:35 AM

    i'm totally sold. this looks amazing. thanks for sharing love. I've got a new outfit post. If you get a sec, I'd love to hear what you think. xo

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  2. meganNovember 8, 2011 at 7:34 AM

    Yum, my parents make this dip all the time and I love it! I'm pretty much a fan of any dip / tailgating app, but pigs in a blanket and sausage balls are perfection in my book. :)

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  3. Hilliary MeisnerNovember 8, 2011 at 7:39 AM

    My aunt makes this. It is one of my favorite dips, simple, delicious and oh so easy to make! Hope you have a great day!

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  4. erika soroccoNovember 8, 2011 at 8:43 AM

    I have never tasted caviar period; but this Cowboy Caviar looks scrummy! :)

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  5. MaritNovember 8, 2011 at 8:51 AM

    I think I may need to make this for my Chili Cookoff party this weekend! Thanks so much for sharing!

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  6. LindsayNovember 8, 2011 at 9:11 AM

    i love cowboy caviar! looking forward to meeting you thursday at taco boy! :)

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  7. AnnNovember 8, 2011 at 9:15 AM

    It looks so delish and I am loving the colors in your lovely images...

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  8. SarahNovember 8, 2011 at 9:53 AM

    That looks delicious! I'm gonna have to make that!! One of my favorite football foods is buffalo chicken dip! So yummy. Email me if you want the recipe :)

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  9. Leigh Powell HinesNovember 8, 2011 at 10:11 AM

    This stuff is so good. Delicious.

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  10. KatieNovember 8, 2011 at 10:25 AM

    I was thrown off by the name, but I make this same thing {a lil diff} all the time. it is one of my favorites!! so so yummy. I have to make it for my Dad's 60th birthday party at the end of the month, so maybe I will try this version :)

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  11. LauraNovember 8, 2011 at 11:19 AM

    Mmm yum! I make something similarish. Nothing like avocado and cilantro!!! Delish!

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  12. Elle SeesNovember 8, 2011 at 12:48 PM

    Yes, a favorite of mine! Delish.

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  13. JosieNovember 8, 2011 at 1:00 PM

    YUM! I love cowboy caviar at tailgates -- it's practically a religion here at Notre Dame... People are regularly grilling filets and boiling lobsters at tailgates; it's amazing.
    xo Josie
    www.winksmilestyle.com

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  14. siddathorntonNovember 8, 2011 at 1:25 PM

    oh. my. goodness. this looks absolutely amazing! i think i may just have to steal this recipe & make it this weekend! and it's funny you posted a 'football recipe' to your blog today - i just posted one on mine about 'football soup.' all this food talk has me hungry!

    have a great day!

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  15. travelkateNovember 8, 2011 at 1:41 PM

    Looks delicious!

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  16. JessicaNovember 8, 2011 at 2:30 PM

    That looks so yummy. I love the fresh veggies.

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  17. PaigeNovember 8, 2011 at 2:46 PM

    this is my favorite dip!!!! its so healthy i don't mind eating a whole thing of chips to go along with it!

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  18. SaraNovember 8, 2011 at 4:19 PM

    This sounds delish! I can't wait to make it...maybe this weekend! Thanks for sharing. :)
    -Sara at www.socialsara.net

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  19. UnknownNovember 8, 2011 at 4:37 PM

    i've had a version of this with black eyed peas - we called it texas caviar! sooo good & pretty easy to make! thanks for the comment on my blog, hope you will stop by again soon!

    style-extraordinaire.com

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  20. SarahNovember 8, 2011 at 9:12 PM

    Yum and what an adorable bowl!

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  21. SteshaNovember 9, 2011 at 12:04 AM

    OK, yummy!!!!! i wanna make that so bad!!

    xo
    Classic & Bubbly

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  22. Fabrizia SpinelliNovember 9, 2011 at 10:51 AM

    Nice post, I like these photos,sounds delicious!
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  23. ValNovember 9, 2011 at 11:55 AM

    I could live off of appetizers...alone. It's true!! =)

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  24. FRANKIE HEARTS FASHIONNovember 9, 2011 at 1:43 PM

    holy cowboy caviar!!! This looks sooooo yummy...just bookmarked it! xo

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  25. Nicole MarieNovember 10, 2011 at 1:11 AM

    i love anything with corn in it!

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