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Cowboy Caviar Recipe Easy Fresh Party Appetizer with Chips

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This vibrant cowboy caviar is a fresh, colorful dip packed with black beans, sweet corn, crisp peppers, tomatoes, and a zesty lime-cilantro dressing. Perfect for parties, potlucks, or snacking with tortilla chips, it’s quick to make and always a crowd-pleaser.

Ingredients

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  • 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can (15 oz) sweet corn kernels, drained (or 1 cup frozen or fresh)
  • 2 medium Roma tomatoes, diced (about 1 cup)
  • 1 medium red bell pepper, diced (about 3/4 cup)
  • 1 medium green bell pepper, diced (about 3/4 cup)
  • 1/2 medium red onion, finely chopped (about 1/3 cup)
  • 1 small jalapeño, seeds removed and finely chopped (optional)
  • 1/3 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1 medium avocado, diced (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup (use agave for vegan)
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt (plus more to taste)
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
  • Tortilla chips, for serving
  • Lime wedges, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Drain and rinse black beans. Drain corn (or measure out fresh/frozen kernels). Add both to a large mixing bowl.
  2. Dice Roma tomatoes, red bell pepper, green bell pepper, and red onion. Finely chop jalapeño (if using) and cilantro. Add all to the bowl.
  3. Dice avocado and gently fold it in.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, honey/maple/agave, cumin, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.
  5. Pour dressing over the veggie mixture. Gently toss until well coated.
  6. Cover and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes to let flavors meld.
  7. Transfer to a serving platter or bowl. Arrange tortilla chips around the edges, garnish with lime wedges and extra cilantro.

Notes

Chop veggies small for easy scooping. For vegan, use maple syrup or agave in the dressing. Letting the dip rest in the fridge enhances flavor. Add avocado just before serving to prevent browning. Use sturdy tortilla chips for best results. Customize with extra veggies or beans as desired.

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