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Cowboy Caviar

Cowboy Caviar | Fresh Bean Salad & Party Dip

Cowboy Caviar is a vibrant, protein-packed salad made with black beans, black-eyed peas, sweet corn, tomatoes, avocado, peppers, and a tangy homemade dressing. It's delicious as a dip with tortilla chips, a topping for tacos, or a refreshing side dish for barbecues and picnics.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 0 minutes
Chill time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 8
Course: Appetizer, Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: American, Tex-Mex
Calories: 245
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Salad
  • 1 15-ounce can black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 15-ounce can black-eyed peas, drained and rinsed
  • 1½ cups sweet corn fresh, frozen, or canned
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 red bell pepper diced
  • 1 jalapeño finely diced (optional)
  • ½ red onion finely diced
  • 1 avocado diced
  • ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
Dressing
  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon honey
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • ½ teaspoon cumin
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Equipment

  • 1 Large Mixing Bowl Mix the salad
  • 1 Small Bowl Whisk dressing
  • 1 Chef's Knife Dice vegetables
  • 1 Cutting Board Prep ingredients
  • 1 Measuring Cups & Spoons Accurate measuring

Method
 

  1. Drain and rinse the black beans and black-eyed peas.In a large bowl, combine the beans, corn, tomatoes, bell pepper, jalapeño, onion, avocado, and cilantro.In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lime juice, vinegar, honey, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.Pour the dressing over the salad.Toss gently until evenly coated.Refrigerate for 30 minutes before serving.Serve with tortilla chips or enjoy as a salad or topping.

Notes

  • Rinse canned beans thoroughly.
  • Adjust the jalapeño to your preferred spice level.
  • Chill before serving for the best flavor.
  • Great for meal prep without avocado.
  • Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
    Add the avocado just before serving to keep it fresh and vibrant.