Description
Cowboy Caviar is a colorful and nutritious dip that combines beans, corn, and fresh vegetables into a zesty delight perfect for any occasion. This vibrant dish is not only quick to prepare but also packed with protein and fiber, making it an ideal snack or appetizer for parties, game days, or casual gatherings. With its fresh flavors and appealing presentation, Cowboy Caviar is sure to impress your guests and become a favorite in your recipe rotation.
Ingredients
Scale
- 15.5 oz black beans, drained and rinsed
- 15.5 oz black-eyed peas, drained and rinsed
- 15 oz sweet corn, drained
- 1 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- ½ cup red bell pepper, diced
- ½ cup orange bell pepper, diced
- ½ cup red onion, diced
- 1 tsp chili powder
- ½ tsp kosher salt
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup olive oil
- ⅓ cup white apple vinegar
- 1 tbsp fresh lime juice
- ¼ tsp garlic powder
Instructions
- Drain and rinse the black beans, black-eyed peas, and corn thoroughly. Pat dry to remove excess moisture.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the beans, corn, cilantro, red bell pepper, orange bell pepper, and red onion.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the chili powder, kosher salt, granulated sugar, olive oil, white apple vinegar, fresh lime juice, and garlic powder until smooth.
- Pour the dressing over the bean mixture and stir gently to coat all ingredients evenly.
- Cover the bowl or transfer to an airtight container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor. Allowing the dip to chill enhances its taste as the flavors meld together. For added flair, consider incorporating diced avocado or sliced jalapeños.