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A vibrant bowl of Ultimate Cowboy Caviar, a colorful party appetizer with beans, corn, peppers, and onions.

Ultimate Cowboy Caviar


  • Author: faironplay.com
  • Total Time: 15 min
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A colorful and flavorful party appetizer perfect for any gathering.


Ingredients

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  • 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 (15 ounce) can pinto beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 (15 ounce) can corn, drained
  • 1 cup chopped red bell pepper
  • 1 cup chopped green bell pepper
  • 1/2 cup chopped red onion
  • 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine black beans, pinto beans, corn, red bell pepper, green bell pepper, red onion, and cilantro.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lime juice, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper.
  3. Pour dressing over bean mixture and toss to combine.
  4. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.
  5. Serve with tortilla chips.

Notes

  • For a spicier kick, add a diced jalapeño pepper.
  • You can substitute other beans like kidney beans or cannellini beans.
  • This appetizer can be made a day in advance.
  • Prep Time: 15 min
  • Cook Time: 0 min
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: No Cook
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/2 cup
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 400mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 8g
  • Protein: 8g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: cowboy caviar, party appetizer, bean salad, dip, Tex-Mex, vegetarian