Cowboy Caviar Recipe
Cowboy caviar is a fresh and flavorful dip made with black beans, corn, and vibrant vegetables. Perfect for parties, potlucks, or as a healthy snack with chips!
Equipment
- Large mixing bowl
- Small bowl or jar with lid for dressing
- Knife and cutting board
- Spoon or spatula
Ingredients
- 1 can 15 oz black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can 15 oz corn, drained
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes diced
- 1 avocado diced
- 1/2 red onion finely chopped
- 1/2 red bell pepper diced
- 1/2 green bell pepper diced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro chopped
- 1 jalapeño seeded and finely chopped (optional)
- For the Dressing:
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tbsp red wine vinegar
- 1 tbsp lime juice freshly squeezed
- 1 tsp honey or sugar for a vegan option
- 1/2 tsp chili powder
- 1/2 tsp cumin
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the vegetables:
- Chop the tomatoes, avocado, onion, bell peppers, and jalapeño (if using). Add them to a large mixing bowl along with the black beans, corn, and fresh cilantro.
- Make the dressing:
- In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, lime juice, honey, chili powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
- Combine and toss:
- Pour the dressing over the vegetable mixture. Gently toss everything together until evenly coated.
- Chill and serve:
- Let the cowboy caviar sit in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Serve with tortilla chips, as a side salad, or as a topping for tacos or grilled meats.