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Cowboy Caviar

A vibrant and flavorful Tex-Mex appetizer made with black beans, corn, and fresh veggies, perfect for snacking or as a side dish.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups black beans (canned or cooked)
  • 1 cup corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
  • 1 large tomato, diced
  • 1/2 red onion, chopped
  • 1 bell pepper (red or green), chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1/2 cup green onions, chopped
  • 1 jalapeño pepper, finely chopped
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp lime juice
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar

Instructions

  1. Prepare your ingredients by rinsing black beans and draining corn.
  2. Chop tomatoes, red onion, and bell pepper into bite-sized pieces.
  3. Handle the jalapeño, removing seeds if desired.
  4. Mix black beans, corn, tomatoes, bell pepper, red onion, cilantro, green onions, and jalapeño in a large bowl.
  5. Make the dressing by whisking together olive oil, lime juice, apple cider vinegar, salt, black pepper, and minced garlic.
  6. Combine the dressing with the veggie mixture and stir gently.
  7. Adjust seasoning as needed and let sit for 30 minutes before serving.

Notes

Great as a dip with tortilla chips or as a topping for grilled meats.

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Keywords: Cowboy Caviar, Tex-Mex, appetizer, dip, salad, black beans, corn, fresh veggies