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Cowboy Caviar

Cowboy Caviar

Cowboy Caviar is a vibrant and flavorful bean salad that's perfect as a dip or a side dish, combining black beans, black-eyed peas, corn, and fresh vegetables.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 8 portions
Course: Appetizer, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 can (15 oz) Black beans rinsed and drained
  • 1 can (15 oz) Black-eyed peas rinsed and drained
  • 1 cup Corn kernels fresh, frozen, or canned
  • 1 cup Cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 Bell pepper diced (red, yellow, or green)
  • 1/2 Red onion finely chopped
  • 1 Jalapeño seeded and minced (optional for heat)
  • 1/4 cup Fresh cilantro chopped
  • 2 limes Lime juice
  • 1/4 cup Olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the black beans, black-eyed peas, and corn. Stir gently to mix.
  2. Add the cherry tomatoes, diced bell pepper, red onion, jalapeño, and chopped cilantro to the bowl. Mix well.
  3. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, cumin, salt, and pepper until well combined.
  4. Pour the dressing over the bean and vegetable mixture. Toss everything gently to ensure the dressing coats all the ingredients evenly.
  5. Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt, pepper, or lime juice if desired.
  6. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
  7. Serve chilled or at room temperature with tortilla chips or as a side dish.

Notes

This dish can be customized with additional ingredients like avocado or served with various types of chips.