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Cowboy Caviar

Cowboy Caviar


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  • Author: Cara
  • Total Time: 0 hours
  • Yield: Approximately 4 servings 1x

Description

Cowboy Caviar is the perfect summer side dish that bursts with fresh flavors and vibrant colors. This delightful mix of black beans, corn, bell peppers, and avocado not only looks stunning but also offers a crunchy texture and zesty taste. Whether you’re hosting a barbecue, packing a picnic, or just looking for a healthy snack, Cowboy Caviar is incredibly versatile. Serve it as a dip with tortilla chips, toss it over grilled meats, or enjoy it as a standalone salad. With its quick preparation time and nutritious ingredients, this dish is sure to be a crowd-pleaser at any gathering.


Ingredients

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  • 15 oz black beans (drained and rinsed)
  • 15.25 oz whole kernel sweet corn (drained)
  • 1 small red bell pepper (diced)
  • 1 jalapeno pepper (minced)
  • 1/3 cup fresh cilantro (finely chopped)
  • ¾ cup diced red onion
  • 1 avocado (diced)
  • ¼ cup lime juice
  • 2 tbsp red wine vinegar
  • 1 tsp salt
  • ½ tsp ground black pepper
  • 1 tbsp honey
  • ¼ tsp chili powder

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, whisk together lime juice, red wine vinegar, salt, black pepper, honey, and chili powder to create the dressing.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine black beans, corn, bell pepper, jalapeno pepper, cilantro, red onion, and avocado.
  3. Pour the dressing over the mixture and gently toss until evenly coated.
  4. Serve immediately with tortilla chips or refrigerate until ready to serve.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: N/A
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Mixing
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
  • Calories: 200
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 350mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 29g
  • Fiber: 9g
  • Protein: 6g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg