Description
A vibrant bean and vegetable salad that’s perfect for gatherings or as a delightful snack.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can Black Beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup Corn, canned or frozen
- 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes, halved
- 1 small Red Onion, finely chopped
- 1 Bell Pepper, diced
- 1/4 cup Cilantro, chopped
- 1 Jalapeño, minced
- Juice from 1 Lime
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
- Salt & Pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prep Your Ingredients: Start by gathering all the ingredients listed. Washing and chopping the vegetables will make the process smoother.
- Combine the Beans and Corn: In a large mixing bowl, add the drained black beans and corn. Use a spatula or spoon to gently fold them together.
- Chop & Add the Veggies: Chop your cherry tomatoes, red onion, and bell pepper. Add them to the bowl with the beans and corn. Mix gently to avoid mushing the tomatoes.
- Spice It Up: Add jalapeño and cilantro, tossing everything together.
- Dress It Up: Drizzle olive oil and lime juice over the mixture, and season with salt and pepper. Mix everything well.
- Taste and Adjust: Taste your Cowboy Caviar and adjust the seasoning if necessary.
- Chill (Optional): For the best flavor, let it sit in the fridge for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
Perfect for serving with tortilla chips, pita chips, or veggie sticks. Can also be used as a topping for grilled chicken or fish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Cowboy Caviar, bean salad, vegetable salad, party food, healthy snack