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Fresh Cowboy Caviar with Creamy Avocado

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A quick, easy, and healthy snack featuring a fresh mix of black beans, corn, tomatoes, and creamy diced avocado tossed in a zesty lime-cumin dressing. Perfect as a dip or a light meal.

Ingredients

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  • 1 (15 oz / 425 g) can black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 (15 oz / 425 g) can sweet corn, drained (or 1 ½ cups fresh/frozen corn)
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, quartered (or 2 medium tomatoes, diced)
  • 1 small red bell pepper, diced
  • ½ small red onion, finely chopped
  • 1 small jalapeño, seeded and minced (optional)
  • 2 ripe avocados, diced
  • Juice of 2 limes
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)

Instructions

  1. Open and drain the black beans and corn, then rinse the beans thoroughly under cool water.
  2. Quarter the cherry tomatoes or dice the medium tomatoes. Dice the red bell pepper, finely chop the red onion, and mince the jalapeño if using.
  3. Cut the avocados in half, remove the pits, and dice the flesh into bite-sized cubes.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together the fresh lime juice, olive oil, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper until combined.
  5. In a large mixing bowl, gently toss together the black beans, corn, tomatoes, bell pepper, onion, jalapeño, and cilantro.
  6. Add the diced avocado carefully, folding it in to keep the creamy texture.
  7. Pour the dressing over the mixture and toss gently again, being careful not to mash the avocado.
  8. Optional: Cover and refrigerate for 15-20 minutes to let the flavors meld before serving.

Notes

Use ripe but firm avocados to avoid mushiness. Rinse canned beans well to reduce sodium and canned flavor. Add avocado and dressing last to keep avocado fresh and prevent browning. Letting the dip rest for 15-20 minutes enhances flavor melding. For less heat, omit jalapeño or remove seeds. Fresh lime juice is preferred over bottled for best brightness.

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Keywords: cowboy caviar, avocado dip, healthy snack, black beans, corn salsa, creamy avocado, easy dip, gluten-free, vegetarian

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