Description
Cowboy Caviar is the perfect summer side dish that bursts with fresh flavors and vibrant colors. This zesty bean salad combines black beans, sweet corn, crunchy peppers, and creamy avocado, making it a nutritious and delightful addition to any gathering. Whether you’re hosting a picnic, barbecue, or simply craving a light meal, Cowboy Caviar is quick to prepare—ready in just 15 minutes! Serve it as a dip with tortilla chips, as a topping for tacos, or enjoy it on its own for a refreshing salad. It’s versatile enough to elevate any occasion while being packed with wholesome ingredients.
Ingredients
Scale
- 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
- 2 avocados (diced)
- ¼ cup lime juice
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon honey
- ¼ teaspoon chili powder
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, red wine vinegar, salt, black pepper, honey, and chili powder for the dressing.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine black beans, corn, diced red bell pepper, minced jalapeno pepper, chopped cilantro, diced red onion, and diced avocados. Gently toss until mixed.
- Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and carefully toss until everything is evenly coated.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to serve. If making ahead of time, add an extra tablespoon of lime juice before serving to keep everything fresh.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Category: Side
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg