This is an Italian-inspired spin on the classic cowboy caviar. It's a colorful no cook, dip, that combines fresh, flavorful ingredients and makes for the perfect appetizer, side dish or mid day snack. There are many different variations of this recipe but this is my personal spin on it. Hope you enjoy! Below is a YouTube video showcasing each step:
This is an Italian-inspired spin on the classic cowboy caviar. It's a colorful no cook, dip, that combines fresh, flavorful ingredients and makes for the perfect appetizer, side dish or mid day snack.
Start by halving your cherry tomatoes and castlevetrano olives. Finely dice red onion and roasted red peppers.
In a large mixing bowl combine tomatoes, olives, peperoncinis, red onion, mozzarella, roasted red peppers, and pine nuts. Mix well to evenly combine.
Squeeze in fresh lemon juice and pour in extra virgin olive oil. Season with dried oregano, salt and pepper. Finally, add in fresh basil. (You can chop the basil but fresh torn is more fragrant). Mix one last time and allow to chill for at least 1 hour in the refrigerator.
Serve with crostini, crackers or chips and dig in!