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Cowboy caviar Salad

Cowboy Caviar Salad

  • Author: Leslie
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x

Description

Cowboy caviar salad is the ultimate summer dish, bursting with vibrant flavors and fresh ingredients. This colorful salad combines black beans, sweet corn, juicy tomatoes, and creamy avocado, all tossed in a zesty lime dressing. Ideal for potlucks, picnics, or casual family dinners, this salad is not only visually appealing but also packed with nutrition. Its versatility allows it to be enjoyed as a standalone meal or served as a delightful dip with tortilla chips. Quick and easy to prepare, cowboy caviar salad is sure to impress your guests, making it a must-try recipe for any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 1 can black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 can black eyed peas, rinsed and drained
  • 1 cup tomatoes, seeded and finely diced
  • 1 jalapeno, seeded and finely diced
  • 1 cup corn (can be fresh, canned, or thawed from frozen)
  • 3/4 cup orange bell pepper, seeded and finely diced
  • 1/2 cup red onion, finely diced
  • 1/3 cup cilantro leaves, chopped
  • 1/3 cup olive oil
  • 1/4 cup lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine black beans, black-eyed peas, diced tomatoes, jalapeno, corn, orange bell pepper, red onion, avocado, and cilantro.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lime juice, honey, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper.
  3. Pour the dressing over the bean mixture and gently toss until everything is well coated.
  4. Serve immediately as a refreshing salad or alongside tortilla chips as a dip.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Mixing
  • Cuisine: Tex-Mex

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
  • Calories: 210
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 250mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 24g
  • Fiber: 7g
  • Protein: 6g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: For maximum flavor infusion, refrigerate the salad for at least 30 minutes before serving. Customize by adding ingredients like bell peppers or swapping black-eyed peas for chickpeas. To keep avocados fresh when making ahead of time, add them just before serving.

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