Description
This Ultimate Cowboy Caviar Dip is a vibrant, no-cook appetizer filled with hearty beans, crisp veggies, and a zesty lime-vinegar dressing. It’s perfect for potlucks, picnics, or as a topping for grilled meats and tacos. Ready in just 15 minutes and full of bold, fresh flavor.
Ingredients
1 can black beans, rinsed and drained
1 can black-eyed peas, rinsed and drained
1 cup sweet corn (fresh, canned, or thawed frozen)
1 red bell pepper, diced
1 green bell pepper, diced
1 small red onion, diced
1 cup diced Roma or cherry tomatoes
1 jalapeño, finely chopped (seeds removed for less heat)
1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
2 tablespoons lime juice
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
1. Dice the bell peppers, red onion, tomatoes, and jalapeño. Chop the cilantro.
2. Rinse and drain the beans, peas, and corn thoroughly.
3. In a large bowl, combine the beans, peas, corn, and all the chopped vegetables.
4. In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, red wine vinegar, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
5. Pour the dressing over the mixture and toss until evenly coated.
6. Cover and chill for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to blend.
Notes
Make it a meal by serving over greens or with grilled chicken.
Adjust the spice level by adding more or fewer jalapeños.
Use firm tomatoes like Roma to avoid a watery dip.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: cowboy caviar, dip, bean salsa, party appetizer, gluten-free