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Cowboy Caviar

Zesty Cowboy Caviar Dip: Fresh Flavor for Your Gatherings

Enjoy a vibrant and healthy Cowboy Caviar dip perfect for gatherings, packed with beans, veggies, and a zesty chili-lime dressing.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Marinating Time 20 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6 cups
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 180

Ingredients
  

For the Dip
  • 1 can Black-eyed peas drained and rinsed
  • 1 can Black beans drained and rinsed
  • 2 cups Corn cooked and cooled
  • 2 medium Tomatoes diced
  • 1 cup Bell peppers diced, mix of colors
  • 1 small Red onion finely diced
  • 1 small Jalapeño pepper minced, seeds removed for less heat
  • 1/4 cup Cilantro chopped
  • 1/4 cup Chili-lime dressing homemade or store-bought
For Serving
  • 1 bag Tortilla chips for scooping
  • 2 wedge Lime for serving

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • mixing bowl
  • Jar with lid

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium skillet, heat a tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add corn and cook for 8-10 minutes until charred. Remove from heat and let cool.
  2. In a jar or mixing bowl, combine lime juice, lime zest, olive oil, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, honey, salt, and black pepper. Shake or whisk until well combined.
  3. In a large bowl, toss together the cooled corn, black-eyed peas, black beans, tomatoes, bell peppers, and red onion. Add minced jalapeño if desired.
  4. Add cilantro and gently mix to combine.
  5. Drizzle the chili-lime dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat evenly.
  6. Cover and refrigerate for at least 20 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
  7. Serve with tortilla chips and lime wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 8gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 300mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 7gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 6mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Drain beans properly to prevent sogginess. Allow to marinate for best flavor. Customize ingredients based on availability.

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