Easy Cowboy Caviar Dip
This easy Cowboy Caviar Dip combines black beans, corn, peppers, avocado, and a tangy homemade dressing for the perfect party appetizer, taco night side dish, or summer potluck recipe.
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 250kcal
Ingredients
For the Cowboy Caviar
- 3 cups black beans drained and rinsed
- 15 ounce can whole kernel corn, drained
- ¼ cup red onion minced
- ½ red bell pepper finely diced
- ½ green bell pepper finely diced
- 1 jalapeño seeded and finely minced (optional)
- ⅓ cup fresh cilantro leaves lightly chopped
For the Dressing
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 2 Tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 2 teaspoons honey
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
For Serving
- 1 large avocado diced
- Tortilla chips for serving
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the 3 cups black beans, 15 ounce can whole kernel corn, drained, ¼ cup red onion, ½ red bell pepper, ½ green bell pepper, 1 jalapeño and ⅓ cup fresh cilantro leaves.
- In a small bowl or mason jar, whisk together ¼ cup olive oil, 2 Tablespoons fresh lime juice, 2 teaspoons honey, 1 teaspoon minced garlic, 1 teaspoon salt, ½ teaspoon smoked paprikaand ½ teaspoon black pepper
- Pour the dressing over the bean mixture and toss well to combine.
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to blend.
- Just before serving, gently stir in 1 large avocado, diced. Serve with tortilla chips.
Notes
- Fresh sweet corn may be substituted for canned corn (it's fabulous). Use about 2 cups fresh corn kernels.
- To make ahead, prepare the bean mixture and dressing separately and refrigerate. Toss together before serving and add avocado just before serving.
- This recipe can also be served as a side salad for tacos, grilled chicken, burgers, or fajitas.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4–5 days.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 250kcal | Carbohydrates: 32g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Sodium: 295mg | Potassium: 523mg | Fiber: 9g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 569IU | Vitamin C: 25mg | Calcium: 28mg | Iron: 2mg
