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Easy Cowboy Caviar Dip (Texas Caviar)

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Make this simple, fresh Cowboy Caviar dip featuring black beans, corn, and a zesty lime dressing. It is a perfect appetizer for parties or a healthy side dish.

Ingredients

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  • 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 (15 ounce) can black-eyed peas, rinsed and drained
  • 1 cup frozen corn, thawed
  • 1 cup cherry or grape tomatoes, halved
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 1 green bell pepper, diced
  • 1/2 red onion, finely diced
  • 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  1. Combine the rinsed black beans, black-eyed peas, thawed corn, tomatoes, red bell pepper, green bell pepper, red onion, and cilantro in a large mixing bowl.
  2. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lime juice, apple cider vinegar, cumin, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
  3. Pour the dressing over the bean and vegetable mixture.
  4. Stir gently until all ingredients are evenly coated with the dressing.
  5. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
  6. Serve chilled with tortilla chips or as a salad.

Notes

  • For best flavor, prepare this dip a few hours ahead of time.
  • You can substitute the black-eyed peas with kidney beans if desired.
  • This recipe is naturally gluten free and dairy free.

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