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Cowboy Caviar

This easy Cowboy Caviar recipe is a fresh, protein-packed dip or salad bursting with juicy tomatoes, black beans, corn, and creamy avocado—all tossed in a tangy lime and Italian dressing. Perfect as a party appetizer or side dish!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6
Calories: 190
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 6 Roma tomatoes diced
  • 1 bell pepper any color, seeded and diced
  • 1 medium onion finely diced
  • 2 jalapeños seeded and finely diced
  • 1 avocado peeled, pitted, diced
  • 15 oz can corn drained
  • 15 oz can black beans rinsed and drained
  • 1/2 bunch cilantro about 1/2 cup, chopped
  • 3 –4 Tbsp lime juice
  • 1/2 cup light Italian dressing
  • 4 garlic cloves pressed
  • 1 tsp sea salt or to taste

Method
 

  1. In a large bowl, combine all chopped vegetables, beans, corn, and cilantro.
  2. Stir in lime juice, Italian dressing, garlic, and salt.
  3. Gently mix and adjust seasoning to taste.
  4. Serve immediately or chill for 30–60 minutes for best flavor.
  5. See full steps with tips & photos → https://theboatshedcafe.com/cowboy-caviar/

Notes

  • For extra heat, leave the seeds in the jalapeños.
  • Use a firm, just-ripe avocado so it holds its shape.
  • The longer it chills, the better the flavor!