Description
Cowboy Caviar is a vibrant and tasty bean salad that is easy to prepare and perfect for gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can corn, drained
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- 1 small red onion, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 avocado, diced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 lime, juiced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine black beans, corn, red bell pepper, green bell pepper, red onion, cherry tomatoes, and avocado.
- Add chopped cilantro to the bowl.
- In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, cumin, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the bean mixture and toss gently to combine.
- Let it sit for at least 10 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Notes
- Adjust the lime juice for more tanginess.
- Add jalapeño for some heat if desired.
- Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: cowboy caviar, bean salad, easy recipe, salad recipe