Description
Cowboy caviar is a vibrant and refreshing salad that combines black beans, sweet corn, and colorful vegetables for a zesty burst of flavor. Perfect for summer gatherings or as a lively appetizer, this dish delivers crunch and freshness in every bite. Quick to prepare and highly customizable, cowboy caviar brings the spirit of Texan barbecues right to your table, making it the ideal crowd-pleaser for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1/2 red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- Juice of 2 limes
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients.
- In a large bowl, chop cherry tomatoes, red bell pepper, red onion, and cilantro into bite-sized pieces.
- Add black beans and corn; gently mix until combined.
- In a separate small bowl, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Drizzle dressing over the vegetable mixture; toss to coat evenly.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: Texan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 0mg