Cowboy Caviar Recipe: Fresh and Zesty
Fresh Cowboy Caviar with zesty lime dressing.
Ingredients
- 1 15 oz can black beans, drained
- 1 15 oz can black-eyed peas, drained
- 1 15 oz can of corn kernels, drained
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
- 1 red bell pepper diced
- ½ red onion diced
- 1 jalapeño minced (optional)
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro chopped
- 2 avocados diced (optional)
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 3 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 1 tbsp red wine vinegar
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- ½ tsp kosher salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ¼ tsp chili powder optional
- Optional: Cilantro lime wedges
- Suggested Pairings: Tortilla chips iced tea
Instructions
- Prep beans, corn, tomatoes, bell pepper, onion, jalapeño, and cilantro.
- Whisk olive oil, lime juice, vinegar, cumin, salt, pepper, and chili powder.
- Combine all ingredients in a bowl; toss with dressing.
- Add avocado (if using); chill for 30 minutes (optional).
- Serve in a white ceramic bowl with cilantro, chips, and tea.
Notes
- Add avocado just before serving.
- Store in the fridge for 3-4 days; don’t freeze.
- Try a spicy variation.
- Pair with pita chips.