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Fresh Easy Cowboy Caviar Recipe with Zesty Lime Dressing

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A fresh, vibrant, and easy-to-make cowboy caviar salad featuring black beans, corn, tomatoes, and a zesty lime dressing. Perfect for summer gatherings, potlucks, or a quick, satisfying snack.

Ingredients

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  • 1 can (15 oz / 425 g) black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 cup sweet corn kernels (fresh or thawed frozen)
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
  • 1 medium green bell pepper, diced
  • ¼ cup red onion, finely chopped
  • ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
  • 1 small jalapeño, seeded and minced (adjust to taste)
  • 1 ripe avocado, diced (optional)
  • Juice of 2 fresh limes (about 3 tablespoons / 45 ml)
  • 2 tablespoons (30 ml) extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon (5 ml) honey or agave syrup
  • 1 teaspoon (5 ml) ground cumin
  • ½ teaspoon (2.5 ml) smoked paprika (optional)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Rinse and drain the black beans under cold running water until clear. Drain well (about 2 minutes).
  2. Halve the cherry tomatoes, dice the red and green bell peppers, finely chop the red onion, and mince the jalapeño (remove seeds for less heat). Dice the avocado last to avoid browning.
  3. In a small bowl or jar, whisk or shake together lime juice, olive oil, honey, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper until emulsified.
  4. In a large mixing bowl, gently toss the black beans, corn, cherry tomatoes, bell peppers, red onion, jalapeño, and avocado. Add chopped cilantro last.
  5. Drizzle the zesty lime dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat all ingredients evenly without mashing the avocado.
  6. Serve immediately for fresh crunch or refrigerate for 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld. Best enjoyed within 24 hours.

Notes

Use fresh, firm cherry tomatoes to avoid sogginess. Drain beans and corn thoroughly to prevent watery salad. Toss gently after adding avocado to preserve texture. Adjust jalapeño seeds for desired heat. Lime juice can be added to revive salad if it seems dry after chilling.

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Keywords: cowboy caviar, black bean salad, summer salad, zesty lime dressing, easy recipe, gluten-free, vegan, quick salad

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