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Last minute tasty recipes for a Father's Day BBQ

Last minute tasty recipes for a Father's Day BBQ - Views Balcony Bar | Turn your Balcony into a Bar!

We've got your back with two easy, last minute recipes for the Father's Day BBQ happening this weekend. Don't stress, just spoil Dad!

Our fan favorite choices include easy to find ingredients, and little preparation time and cooking time. So you can get back to making new memories with Papa! 

Texas Caviar Recipe

Texas Caviar

Ingredients

  • 1 can black-eye beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 2 cups corn kernels
  • 2 small green and/or red bell peppers chopped
  • ½ small red onion, finely chopped
  • 1 - 2 jalapenos, seeded and very thinly chopped
  • ½ cup red wine vinegar, ½ cup olive oil, 2 tbsp sugar
  • 1 medium clove garlic, finely chopped
  • ¼ cup finely chopped fresh cilantro
  • Tortilla Chips for serving

Steps

  • In a large heatproof bowl, combine the black-eyed peas, black beans, corn, bell peppers, red onion, and jalapeño. Set aside.
  • In a small saucepan, combine the vinegar, oil, sugar, and garlic. Heat on medium, until sugar dissolves, stirring occasionally. Cool slightly.
  • Pour warm dressing over bean mixture. Stir to combine, then stir in the cilantro. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Cover and refrigerate at least 4 hours or up to 1 day. Serve as a side dish or with the tortilla chips for scooping.

 

Easy Orzo Salad Recipe

 

Easy Orzo Salad

 Ingredients

  • ½ (16 oz) box orzo pasta
  • 3 cups baby spinach
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • ½ cup red onion, diced
  • 1 (15.2 oz) can corn, drained
  • ½ (6 oz) pkg crumbled feta
  • 1 lemon

Steps

  • Prepare the orzo according to package directions and drain.
  • While pasta is still warm, toss orzo, spinach, and olive oil together in a large bowl. Spinach should wilt slightly.
  • Stir in the red onion, corn, and feta cheese.
  • Juice the lemon and add to salad. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve warm or cold.

 

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