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Cowboy Caviar Recipe

This Cowboy Caviar is a hearty and flavorful mix of mixed veggies, tomatoes, black beans, black eye beans and corn, topped with rich dressing.  
Recipe Developer-Estefania
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Additional time8 hours 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes

Ingredients

  • 300 g Sweetcorn
  • 150 g Black Beans
  • 150 g Black Eye Peas
  • ½ Cucumber
  • 1 Onion
  • 1 Yellow Bell Pepper
  • 1 Tomato
  • 1 tablespoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 tablespoon Smoked Paprika
  • 1 tablespoon Cumin
  • 1 tablespoon Chili Powder
  • 2 Garlic Cloves
  • 1 Bunch of Cilantro
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 Honey
  • 1 Lime Juice
  • 100 ml Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • 50 g Nachos

Instructions

  • Place the sweetcorn in a large mixing salad bowl.
  • In a large mixing bowl, add the black beans and water, soaking for 8 hours or overnight.
  • Remove the water, place the black beam in a pressure cooker with water and cook for 15 minutes.
  • Let cool down, drain the water and place in a large mixing salad bowl.
  • In a large mixing bowl, add the black eye beans and water, soaking for 8 hours or overnight.
  • Remove the water, place the black eye beans in a pressure cooker with water and cook for 15 minutes.
  • Let cool down, drain the water and place in a large mixing salad bowl.
  • Dice the cucumber and place a large mixing salad bowl.
  • Chop the onion and place it in a large mixing salad bowl.
  • Dice the yellow pepper and place it in a large mixing salad bowl.
  • Dice the tomato and place it in a large mixing salad bowl.
  • Add garlic powder, smoked paprika, cumin and chili powder to the salad.
  • Place garlic, coriander, salt, honey, extra virgin olive oil and lime juice in a mixer and blend until smooth. Adjust the seasoning to taste.
  • Pour the prepared dressing over the vegetable mixture. Toss gently to ensure an even coating.
  • Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld.
  • Serve it with tortilla chips.

Notes

Fresh Ingredients: Ensure the freshness of your salad components, especially the greens and tomatoes, to enhance the overall flavor.  
Grilled Corn Option: For added smokiness and flavor, consider using grilled corn instead of canned corn. 
Rich Dressing: Make your own for a rich and tangy flavor that complements the salad. 
Customization: Feel free to add extras like hard-boiled eggs, grilled chicken, or other favorite ingredients to personalize the salad to your liking. 
Dress Right Before Serving: To prevent wilting, dress the salad just before serving or let individuals dress their portions. 
Serve Chilled: For a refreshing experience, ensure that ingredients like tomatoes and cucumber are chilled before assembling the salad. 

Nutrition

Calories: 317kcal | Carbohydrates: 34g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 19g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 12g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Sodium: 452mg | Potassium: 558mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 1336IU | Vitamin C: 47mg | Calcium: 55mg | Iron: 3mg