Cowboy Caviar

Name: Cowboy Caviar
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: Southwestern
Ingredients: 2 cans black beans (canned), drained, rinsed; 2 cups corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned), thawed if frozen; 1 red bell pepper, finely diced; 1/2 red onion, finely diced; 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped; 2 tbsp fresh lime juice; 2 tbsp olive oil; 1/2 tsp cumin; 1/2 tsp kosher salt; 1/4 tsp black pepper

A vibrant, trending salad of black beans, charred corn, and fresh vegetables tossed in a lime-cilantro vinaigrette. Perfect as a side, topping, or light meal.

15 minEasyServes 6180 cal/serving

SouthwesternSaladNo-CookVeganGluten-Free

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Ingredients

2 cans black beans (canned), drained, rinsed
2 cups corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned), thawed if frozen
1 red bell pepper, finely diced
1/2 red onion, finely diced
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
2 tbsp fresh lime juice
2 tbsp olive oil
1/2 tsp cumin
1/2 tsp kosher salt
1/4 tsp black pepper

Instructions

1

In a large bowl, combine 2 cans drained, rinsed black beans (canned), 2 cups thawed if frozen corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned), 1 finely diced red bell pepper, 1/2 finely diced red onion, and 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro.
2

In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tbsp fresh lime juice, 2 tbsp olive oil, 1/2 tsp cumin, 1/2 tsp kosher salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
3

Pour the dressing over the black beans mixture and toss gently to combine.
4

Let sit for 10-15 minutes to allow flavors to meld, stirring occasionally.
5

Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Serve at room temperature or chilled.
6

This salad tastes even better the next day as the flavors deepen.

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What is Cowboy Caviar?

A vibrant, trending salad of black beans, charred corn, and fresh vegetables tossed in a lime-cilantro vinaigrette. Perfect as a side, topping, or light meal. This reference files it under Southwestern salad: made without cooking, rated easy and about 15 minutes start to finish.

How long does Cowboy Caviar take?

As written, 15 minutes: 15 of prep and 0 of cooking. The longest single stretch is step 4 (15 minutes): "Let sit for 10-15 minutes to allow flavors to meld, stirring occasionally."

Is there a substitute for cilantro in Cowboy Caviar?

The entry for Cowboy Caviar calls for 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped. In its place: Flat-leaf parsley with a squeeze of lime, for anyone who tastes soap. The dish loses its signature note but stays fresh.

Can I use dried beans instead of canned in Cowboy Caviar?

Yes. One 15-ounce can is about one and a half cups of cooked beans, which comes from a generous half cup dried. Soak them overnight and simmer until tender before you start the recipe. As written, the entry for Cowboy Caviar uses 2 cans black beans (canned), drained, rinsed.

How many calories are in Cowboy Caviar?

One serving (the recipe makes 6) is about 180 calories, with 7 g protein, 32 g carbohydrate and 4 g fat, plus 8 g fiber.

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