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Cowboy Caviar Recipe

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Cowboy Caviar is a vibrant, zesty salad packed with black beans, black-eyed peas, corn, and colorful bell peppers, all tossed in a tangy, flavorful dressing. It’s perfect as a side dish, dip, or light meal, offering a refreshing blend of textures and a burst of southwestern flavor that’s ready in just 10 minutes.

Ingredients

Beans and Vegetables

  • 15.5 oz. black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 15.5 oz. black-eyed peas, drained and rinsed
  • 15 oz. sweet corn, drained
  • 1 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • ½ cup red bell pepper, diced
  • ½ cup orange bell pepper, diced
  • ½ cup red onion, diced

Dressing

  • 1 tsp. chili powder
  • ½ tsp. kosher salt
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup olive oil
  • ⅓ cup white wine vinegar
  • 1 tbsp. fresh lime juice
  • ¼ tsp. garlic powder

Instructions

  1. Prepare Ingredients: Drain and rinse the black beans, black-eyed peas, and sweet corn thoroughly, then pat them dry to remove excess moisture for better texture in the salad.
  2. Combine Salad Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, add the black beans, black-eyed peas, and corn along with the chopped fresh cilantro, diced red and orange bell peppers, and diced red onion. Mix gently to combine all the fresh vegetables evenly.
  3. Make Dressing: In a separate bowl, whisk together chili powder, kosher salt, granulated sugar, olive oil, white wine vinegar, fresh lime juice, and garlic powder until the dressing is smooth and well blended.
  4. Toss Salad with Dressing: Pour the prepared dressing over the bean and vegetable mixture. Stir gently but thoroughly to ensure every ingredient is evenly coated with the flavorful dressing.
  5. Chill and Serve: Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld and intensify for a deliciously fresh taste.

Notes

  • For extra heat, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or chopped jalapeños to the dressing.
  • This salad can be served as a side dish, a dip with tortilla chips, or a topping for grilled meats.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Use fresh lime juice for the best flavor.

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