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Cowboy Caviar

A bright black-bean and corn salsa with tomatoes, peppers, and a zesty lime dressing. Scoop with chips or spoon over grilled chicken for an easy weeknight side.

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Cowboy Caviar

Yield8
Prep20 min
Cook
Total20 min

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4 steps

  1. 1

    In a large bowl, combine 1 can (15 oz) rinsed black beans, 1 can (15 oz) rinsed black-eyed peas, 1½ cups corn kernels, 1 cup diced Roma tomatoes, 1 diced red bell pepper, ½ finely diced red onion, 1 seeded minced jalapeño, and ⅓ cup chopped fresh cilantro.

  2. 2

    Whisk ¼ cup olive oil, 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice, 1 teaspoon ground cumin, 1 teaspoon chili powder, ¾ teaspoon kosher salt, and ½ teaspoon black pepper until combined.

  3. 3

    Pour the dressing over the vegetables and toss well so every bean looks glossy. Taste — add salt or another squeeze of lime if it tastes flat.

  4. 4

    Chill 20 minutes if you have time so the flavors marry, or serve right away with tortilla chips. You want a bright, chunky bean-and-corn salsa with lime zip in every scoop — not a watery bowl or a bland underseasoned mix.

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