In a large mixing bowl, combine the black beans, corn, diced tomatoes, diced bell peppers, diced red onion, chopped cilantro, and minced garlic.
In a separate small bowl, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, spices and vinegar. Pour this dressing over the bean and vegetable mixture.
Gently toss the ingredients together to ensure even distribution of flavors.
Season the mixture with salt and pepper to taste. Adjust the seasonings and acidity (using more lime juice or vinegar) as needed.
Fold the avocado into the mixture just before serving to prevent it from getting too mushy
Serve as a salad or scoop up with Oven-baked Tortilla Corn Chips
Cowboy Caviar
Fresh flavors + vibrant colors make this a favorite at parties, picnics + potlucks
Ingredients
Black beans, cooked and drained
Corn kernels (fresh or frozen, I like to roast them for 20 min for a smoky flavor )
Diced tomatoes
Diced bell peppers (a mix of colors)
Diced red onion
Edamame, let frozen beans soak in boiling water for 5 min
Chopped fresh cilantro
Minced garlic
Diced avocado (added just before serving)
Lime juice (lots!!)
Olive oil
Apple cider vinegar
Cumin + chili powder
Salt + pepper to taste
Optional: Jalapeños, chopped fine if you like a kick
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the black beans, corn, diced tomatoes, diced bell peppers, diced red onion, chopped cilantro, and minced garlic.
In a separate small bowl, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, spices and vinegar. Pour this dressing over the bean and vegetable mixture.
Gently toss the ingredients together to ensure even distribution of flavors.
Season the mixture with salt and pepper to taste. Adjust the seasonings and acidity (using more lime juice or vinegar) as needed.
Fold the avocado into the mixture just before serving to prevent it from getting too mushy
Serve as a salad or scoop up with Oven-baked Tortilla Corn Chips
Notes
This is a very forgiving dish - Feel free to customize the ingredients and proportions based on your preferences and availability of ingredients