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Cowboy caviar bean salsa in a white bowl.

Cowboy Caviar

Looking for the perfect dish for your next summer gathering? Try this easy Cowboy Caviar recipe. It's a nutritious bean salad that has black beans, black-eyed peas, and fresh veggies, all topped with a zesty lime dressing.
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Course: Condiment, Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Calories: 181kcal
Author: Carolyn Thomas

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowls one large and one small
  • Whisk
  • Mixing Spoon

Ingredients

For the Salad

  • 3 small tomatoes seeded and diced
  • ⅓ red onion diced
  • 2 cups black beans cooked
  • 2 cups black-eyed peas cooked
  • 1.5 cups fresh sweet corn
  • 1 bell pepper diced
  • 1 jalapeno pepper seeded and minced
  • ⅓ cup cilantro chopped

For the Dressing

  • ½ cup olive oil
  • 2 Tablespoons lime juice
  • 2 Tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon sugar or honey or maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder

Instructions

  • In a large bowl, add tomatoes, red onion, black beans, black-eyed peas, corn, peppers, and cilantro.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the oil, juice, vinegar, sugar, and spices. Taste and adjust as desired.
  • Top the salad with the prepared dressing and stir gently to combine.
  • Cover and refrigerate for at least two hours before serving. Cowboy Caviar will keep for up to 3 days in the refrigerator.

Notes

* Nutrition facts are calculated based on the written recipe and are an estimate.
Serving Suggestions:
  • Tortilla Chips – Dipping tortilla chips in cowboy caviar is a time-honored way to eat it. The combination of beans, veggies, and dressing with the chips tastes amazing. It’s a fun mix of crunchy and savory that people love.
  • As a Topping – Cowboy caviar is more than just a dip; it’s also a great topper. Put it on baked potatoes or grilled meats like chicken. Or, try it in tacos or burrito bowls. The mix’s colors and flavors will make any meal more appealing.
  • Flour Tortillas – Make a fast, tasty meal by adding cowboy caviar to wraps, quesadillas or burritos paired with your protein of choice. This makes for a quick and easy grab-and-go lunch.
 

Nutrition

Calories: 181kcal | Carbohydrates: 19g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Sodium: 101mg | Potassium: 318mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 683IU | Vitamin C: 19mg | Calcium: 21mg | Iron: 2mg
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