Description
Cowboy Caviar is a vibrant, fresh, and flavorful no-cook salad perfect as a side dish or a party dip. Combining black beans, corn, fresh veggies, avocado, and a zesty lime-cumin dressing, this dish is easy to prepare and packed with wholesome ingredients.
Ingredients
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Salad Ingredients
- 1 can black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 can corn, drained
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1/2 red onion, diced
- 1 avocado, diced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
Dressing Ingredients
- 1 lime, juiced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Combine Salad Ingredients: In a large bowl, add the rinsed and drained black beans, drained corn, halved cherry tomatoes, diced red bell pepper, diced red onion, diced avocado, and chopped fresh cilantro.
- Prepare Dressing: In a separate small bowl, whisk together freshly squeezed lime juice, olive oil, ground cumin, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Mix Salad and Dressing: Pour the dressing over the bean and vegetable mixture and toss gently to evenly coat all ingredients without mashing the avocado.
- Rest to Meld Flavors: Let the Cowboy Caviar sit at room temperature for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to develop and meld beautifully.
- Serve: Serve the Cowboy Caviar chilled or at room temperature with tortilla chips or use it as a fresh topping for tacos, salads, or grilled dishes.
Notes
- For best flavor, allow the salad to sit for at least 30 minutes before serving.
- Use fresh lime juice for the best bright and tangy dressing taste.
- Can be refrigerated up to 24 hours; stir gently before serving.
- Adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, or cumin to taste.
- Great as a vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and low-fat dish.
