Description
Elevate your gatherings with cowboy caviar, a vibrant and refreshing dish that combines black beans, corn, and fresh veggies for a burst of flavor in every bite. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect as a dip or salad, making it a versatile addition to any table. Enjoy the crunchy textures and zesty dressing that will have everyone coming back for more!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup sweet corn (fresh or frozen)
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1/2 red onion, finely diced
- 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 2 tbsp lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- 2 tbsp olive oil (extra virgin)
- 1 jalapeño pepper, finely chopped (seeds removed for less heat)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Gather and wash all ingredients thoroughly.
- Dice the red bell pepper, red onion, and jalapeño.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine black beans, corn, bell pepper, onion, cilantro, and jalapeño.
- Drizzle lime juice and olive oil over the mixture; season with salt and pepper.
- Mix gently until well combined.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Side
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (120g)
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: For added creaminess, consider mixing in diced avocados. Substitute black beans with chickpeas for a different twist. Allowing the cowboy caviar to chill for at least one hour enhances the flavor profile.