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Cowboy Caviar

A fun dip that's perfect for sharing and everyone always loves. Cowboy Caviar is full of fresh, hearty ingredients like - beans, tomatoes, onions, avocado, roasted corn, peppers and spices tossed in a zesty dressing.
5 from 2 votes
Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Appetizer, Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 6 servings
Calories 182 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 1/2 cups chopped tomatoes I use cherry tomatoes
  • 15 oz can black eyed peas, drained and rinsed
  • 15 oz can black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 11 oz can roasted corn, drained or 1 cup frozen thawed or fresh grilled corn
  • 1/2 cup chopped peppers, red, yellow, or orange
  • 1/4-1/2 cup finely chopped red onion
  • 1 jalapeno chopped fine, seeds and membranes removed leave in seeds for spicier caviar
  • 1/2 cup chopped cilantro
  • 2 ripe avocados, diced
  • 2 tsp balsamic vinegar
  • 2 limes, juiced
  • 1 1/2 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp chili powder
  • 1/4 tsp ground cumin
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder

Instructions
 

  • Add all ingredients to a large bowl starting with the beans and veggies and ending with the seasonings, balsamic vinegar, and lime juice. Toss gently until well combined. Adjust seasonings to taste.
  • Refrigerate for at least 1 hour and up to 24 hours.
  • Serve with tortilla chips.

Notes

Tips:
  • Use Cherry Tomatoes- Cherry tomatoes have extra sweetness and even in the off season they have great flavor.
  • Extra Spicy- If you like the extra heat, dice the whole jalapeno including the seeds and membranes.
  • Fresh Corn- Use fresh corn when in season. Char over an open flame or grill for 10 minutes flipping every few minutes. This makes it extra special.
  • More than a dip- Serve as a side salad or a light lunch with diced roasted chicken or shrimp. 
Nutritional information is provided as a courtesy only and should be understood as an estimate rather than a guarantee. The Menu Maid makes no guarantees to the accuracy of this information.
Keyword Balsamic vinegar, Black beans, Black eyed peas, Cilantro, Corn, Jalapenos, Limes, Onions, tomatoes