Description
Cowboy Caviar is a vibrant and refreshing summer side dish that combines a colorful medley of fresh vegetables, black beans, and creamy avocado. This Tex-Mex-inspired bean salad is not only quick to prepare but also packed with flavor, making it an ideal accompaniment for barbecues, picnics, or any casual gathering. With its delightful crunch and zesty homemade dressing, Cowboy Caviar is sure to impress your guests while offering a healthy option that’s rich in nutrients. Customize it with your favorite ingredients for a unique twist every time!
Ingredients
Scale
- 15 oz black beans (drained and rinsed)
- 15.25 oz whole kernel sweet corn (drained)
- 1 small red bell pepper (diced)
- 1 jalapeno pepper (minced)
- 1/3 cup fresh cilantro (finely chopped)
- ¾ cup diced red onion
- 2 avocados (diced)
- ¼ cup lime juice
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon honey
- ¼ teaspoon chili powder
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, red wine vinegar, salt, black pepper, honey, and chili powder. Set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine black beans, corn, red bell pepper, jalapeno pepper, cilantro, red onion, and avocados. Gently toss to mix.
- Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss until evenly coated.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to serve; adding a splash of lime juice before serving can enhance freshness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg