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Fresh Cowboy Caviar Recipe with Black Beans and Corn Easy 5-Minute Snack

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A quick and fresh cowboy caviar snack combining black beans, corn, and crisp veggies with a tangy lime dressing. Perfect for a healthy, flavorful snack or side dish in just 5 minutes.

Ingredients

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  • 1 can (15 oz / 425 g) black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup (150 g) corn kernels, fresh or frozen (thawed)
  • 1 cup (150 g) cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cup (150 g) bell peppers, finely diced (mixed colors)
  • 1/4 cup (40 g) red onion, finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup (10 g) fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1 small jalapeño pepper, finely minced (optional)
  • 3 tablespoons (45 ml) fresh lime juice
  • 2 tablespoons (30 ml) extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon (5 ml) honey
  • 1/2 teaspoon (1 g) ground cumin
  • Salt, to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Drain and rinse black beans under cold water for about 30 seconds. Let drain thoroughly for 1-2 minutes.
  2. Rinse and halve cherry tomatoes. Dice bell peppers finely. Chop red onion finely. Mince jalapeño pepper (remove seeds for milder heat). Chop fresh cilantro coarsely.
  3. In a mixing bowl, gently toss together black beans, corn kernels, tomatoes, bell peppers, red onion, cilantro, and jalapeño.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, honey, ground cumin, salt, and pepper until honey dissolves.
  5. Pour dressing over the bean and vegetable mixture and toss lightly but thoroughly to coat.
  6. Serve immediately or chill in the fridge for 15-20 minutes to let flavors meld. Can be served at room temperature.

Notes

Use fresh and firm vegetables to maintain crunch. Rinse canned beans well to reduce sodium and canned flavor. Adjust dressing balance with lime juice and honey to taste. Mix gently to avoid crushing tomatoes. Jalapeño heat varies; add gradually. Best eaten fresh but holds up to 2 days refrigerated if dressing is added just before serving.

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