Certainly! Cowboy Caviar is a delicious and colorful salsa-like dip that’s perfect for parties or as a topping for grilled meats. Here’s a simple recipe for Cowboy Caviar:
Ingredients:
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (15 oz) black-eyed peas, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned)
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/2 cup diced red onion
- 1/2 cup diced bell pepper (any color)
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 avocado, diced
- Juice of 2 limes
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
- In a large bowl, combine the black beans, black-eyed peas, corn, tomatoes, red onion, bell pepper, and cilantro.
- In a separate small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the bean and vegetable mixture and gently toss to combine.
- Gently fold in the diced avocado.
- Taste and adjust the seasoning, if needed.
- Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 1-2 hours to allow the flavors to meld.
- Before serving, give it a good stir and check the seasoning again.
- Serve with tortilla chips or as a topping for grilled chicken, fish, or tacos.
Enjoy your Cowboy Caviar!
