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Cowboy Caviar mixed together in a white bow. It is full of bell peppers, onion, beans, corn, avocado, fresh herbs, and a flavorful dressing. There are a few tortilla chips that are sitting on the side of the bowl.
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Cowboy Caviar

A fresh, tangy, colorful bean salad or dip perfect for hot summer days.
Prep Time15 minutes
Total Time15 minutes
Course: dip
Cuisine: American
Diet: Vegan
Author: Shuang Shuang Liang

Ingredients

Caviar

  • Tomatoes diced
  • 1 bell pepper diced
  • 1 small red onion finely diced)
  • 1 jalapeno pepper seeds removed, finely diced
  • 1 15 oz can of corn drained unsweetened, unsalted
  • 1 15 oz can black beans rinsed and rained
  • 2 avocado pitted and diced *
  • ½ cup chopped cilantro

Dressing

  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2-3 tbsp red wine vinegar
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tbsp sugar or maple syrup
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • Juice of 1-2 limes ~3 tbsp
  • 1 tsp sea salt or to taste

Instructions

  • Cut and combine the diced tomatoes, bell pepper, red onion, jalapeno pepper, corn, black beans, avocado, and cilantro.
  • Mix the olive oil, red wine vinegar, chili powder, cumin, sugar or maple syrup, garlic, lime juice, and salt in a small container.
  • Add to the caviar before serving and mix.

Notes

*Use Avocado if serving it fresh, otherwise the avocado will turn brown
** You can also use ½ cup light Italian dressing