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Bowl of colorful Cowboy Caviar salad with beans, peppers, and vegetables.

Cowboy Caviar

A vibrant, fresh mix of flavors combining lime, avocado, and various vegetables, perfect as a dip or topping.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: American, Mexican
Calories: 180

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can corn, drained
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, diced
  • 1 red onion, diced
  • 1 bell pepper, diced (any color)
  • 1 avocado, diced
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • Juice of 2 limes lime juice Freshly squeezed
  • to taste salt and pepper
  • optional jalapeƱo, diced For heat

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large bowl, combine black beans, corn, cherry tomatoes, red onion, bell pepper, avocado, and cilantro.
  2. Squeeze lime juice over the mixture and season with salt and pepper.
  3. Toss gently to combine, making sure all those glorious flavors intermingle.
  4. Serve immediately with tortilla chips or use as a topping for tacos.

Notes

For best taste, enjoy immediately. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.