Cowboy Caviar
Cowboy Caviar is a vibrant, flavorful dish that brings together fresh ingredients for a delicious dip or salad. Perfect for gatherings, this easy-to-make recipe features black beans, sweet corn, and creamy avocado, all tossed in zesty lime juice. Each bite bursts with color and flavor, making it an instant crowd-pleaser. Whether served with tortilla chips or as a side dish at BBQs, Cowboy Caviar is sure to elevate your next occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
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- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup sweet corn (fresh or canned)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, diced
- 1/2 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1 ripe avocado, diced
- 1 jalapeño pepper, seeded and diced
- 2 tbsp lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
- 2 tbsp olive oil (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and assemble them on your countertop.
- In a large bowl, combine the black beans, corn, diced cherry tomatoes, chopped red onion, jalapeño pepper, avocado, and cilantro.
- Drizzle with lime juice and olive oil. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Gently toss everything together until evenly mixed.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (120g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Feel free to substitute black beans with chickpeas for a different flavor profile. For extra spice, add more jalapeños or even some hot sauce. Cowboy Caviar can be made a day ahead for enhanced flavor.