Cowboy Caviar
- 🥫 3 cans black beans, rinsed and well-drained
- 🌽 3 cans roasted corn, drained
- 🌶️ 3 diced bell peppers (red, green, and orange)
- 🥒 4 Chinese cucumbers, diced
- 🧅 1/2 red onion, chopped
- 🍅 2 Roma tomatoes, diced
- 🌿 1 bunch of cilantro, chopped
- 🌱 1/2 cup green onions, sliced
- 🧄 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 🌶️ 1 jalapeño, deseeded and chopped
- 🥑 1 avocado, diced
- 🍋 Juice of 2 limes
- 🫒 1/4 cup olive oil
- 🧂 Salt to taste
Cowboy Caviar is a fresh and vibrant salad that packs a punch with its colorful assortment of vegetables and zesty lime dressing. Popular at parties or as a side, this recipe is both easy to make and highly customizable. Let's dive into creating this zesty concoction, perfect for any occasion!
Ingredients:
🥫 3 cans black beans, rinsed and well-drained
🌽 3 cans roasted corn, drained
🌶️ 3 diced bell peppers (red, green, and orange)
🥒 4 Chinese cucumbers, diced
🧅 1/2 red onion, chopped
🍅 2 Roma tomatoes, diced
🌿 1 bunch of cilantro, chopped
🌱 1/2 cup green onions, sliced
🧄 2 cloves garlic, minced
🌶️ 1 jalapeño, deseeded and chopped
🥑 1 avocado, diced
🍋 Juice of 2 limes
🫒 1/4 cup olive oil
🧂 Salt to taste
Instructions:
- Prep the Veggies:
- Start by rinsing the canned black beans and letting them drain well.
- Drain the roasted corn and set aside.
- Dice the bell peppers, aiming for a colorful mix of red, green, and orange for visual appeal.
- Dice the Chinese cucumbers, taking advantage of their lower seed count for a crisp texture.
- Combine Ingredients:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the black beans, roasted corn, diced bell peppers, Chinese cucumber, red onion, and Roma tomatoes.
- Add in the chopped cilantro, green onions, minced garlic, and diced jalapeño. Stir gently to combine.
- Add Dressing:
- Pour the lime juice over the salad, followed by the olive oil. These not only add flavor but also help keep the avocado green and fresh.
- Season with salt to taste. Be cautious if serving with salted tortilla chips, as they add extra saltiness.
- Final Touches:
- Carefully fold in the diced avocado, ensuring it’s evenly distributed but not mashed.
- Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary.
- Chill and Serve:
- Cover the bowl tightly and refrigerate for at least an hour. This will allow the flavors to meld beautifully.
- Serve chilled alongside corn tortilla chips and enjoy the burst of flavors!
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: No cook time required
Total Time: 15 minutes
Servings: Serves about 8 as a side dish.
Cooking Tips:
- This dish can be made a few hours ahead. Just keep it well-sealed in the refrigerator.
- Adjust the ingredients to your liking; you might want more jalapeño for heat or skip onion if desired.
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