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Cowboy Caviar

Cowboy Caviar

Cowboy Caviar is a colorful and nutritious bean and corn salad that also serves as an exceptional chip dip. Bursting with fresh ingredients like black beans, sweet corn, and vibrant vegetables, it’s tossed in a zesty chili lime vinaigrette that elevates every bite.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: Approximately 18 servings (9 cups) 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1¾ cup sweet corn
  • 15 ounces canned black beans
  • 15 ounces canned black-eyed peas (or pinto beans)
  • 2 to 3 roma tomatoes
  • 1 orange bell pepper
  • 1 yellow bell pepper
  • 2 jalapeños
  • 1 medium red onion
  • ⅓ cup chopped cilantro
  • 2 small avocados

Instructions

  1. Prepare the chili lime vinaigrette by combining garlic, sugar, kosher salt, cumin, coriander, chili powder, lime juice, olive oil, and balsamic vinegar in a glass jar or bowl. Shake or whisk until well mixed.
  2. Char the sweet corn in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 4-6 minutes until slightly charred. Set aside to cool.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine black beans, black-eyed peas, diced tomatoes, orange bell pepper, yellow bell pepper, charred corn, jalapeños, red onion, and cilantro.
  4. Pour the vinaigrette over the salad mixture and toss gently to coat.
  5. If using avocado, fold in diced pieces last to prevent mashing.
  6. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed before serving.
  • Author: Jennifer
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer/Salad
  • Method: Mixing
  • Cuisine: Tex-Mex

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: ½ cup (120g)
  • Calories: 155
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 320mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 6g
  • Protein: 6g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: For less heat in your Cowboy Caviar, remove seeds and ribs from jalapeños or use fewer peppers. Allow the salad to chill in the fridge for at least 30 minutes before serving to enhance flavor. Customize with seasonal veggies or proteins to suit your taste preferences.