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Cowboy Caviar

Cowboy caviar is a vibrant, chunky dip made with crunchy vegetables, creamy beans, and a tangy dressing. It features fresh ingredients tossed together to create a colorful, juicy mixture with a satisfying crunch and lively appearance. The dish is typically served chilled or at room temperature as a flavorful appetizer or snack.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 8
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

  • 1 can black beans drained and rinsed
  • 1 can corn kernels drained
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1/2 red onion red onion finely chopped
  • 1 bell pepper bell pepper preferably red or yellow, diced
  • 1/4 cup cilantro chopped
  • 1 lime lime juice freshly squeezed
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon cumin ground
  • to taste salt and pepper

Equipment

  • Chef's knife
  • Cutting board
  • Mixing bowl
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Large spoon or spatula

Method
 

  1. Prepare all fresh ingredients: drain and rinse the black beans and corn, halve the cherry tomatoes, finely chop the red onion, dice the bell pepper, and chop the cilantro. Measure out lime juice, olive oil, and cumin.
    1 can black beans, 1 can corn kernels, 1 cup cherry tomatoes, 1/2 red onion red onion, 1 bell pepper bell pepper, 1/4 cup cilantro, 1 lime lime juice, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 teaspoon cumin
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the drained black beans, corn, cherry tomatoes, red onion, bell pepper, and cilantro. Toss gently to distribute all ingredients evenly.
    1 can black beans, 1 can corn kernels, 1 cup cherry tomatoes, 1/2 red onion red onion, 1 bell pepper bell pepper, 1/4 cup cilantro
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, cumin, and a pinch of salt and pepper until the dressing is well blended and slightly emulsified.
    1 lime lime juice, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 teaspoon cumin, 1 can black beans
  4. Pour the dressing over the vegetable mixture in the large bowl. Toss everything together thoroughly, ensuring all ingredients are coated with the dressing.
    1 can black beans, 1 can corn kernels, 1 cup cherry tomatoes, 1/2 red onion red onion, 1 bell pepper bell pepper, 1/4 cup cilantro, 1 lime lime juice, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 teaspoon cumin
  5. Let the cowboy caviar sit at room temperature or in the refrigerator for about 10 minutes to allow flavors to meld and the texture to become juicy and vibrant.
  6. Serve the cowboy caviar in a bowl, optionally garnished with extra cilantro or lime wedges. Provide utensils for scooping or dipping, and enjoy the fresh, crunchy, and colorful dish.