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cowboy caviar

A vibrant and flavorful appetizer or side dish made with black-eyed peas, corn, bell peppers, and a tangy lime dressing.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Course Breakfast
Cuisine American
Servings 8
Calories 120 kcal

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 1 can Black-eyed peas rinsed and drained
  • 1 can Corn drained
  • 1 Red bell pepper diced
  • 0.5 Red onion diced
  • 0.25 cup Fresh cilantro chopped

Dressing

  • 0.25 cup Lime juice freshly squeezed
  • 0.25 cup Olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin
  • 0.5 teaspoon Chili powder
  • 0.25 teaspoon Salt
  • 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Instructions
 

Preparation Steps

  • In a large bowl, combine the black-eyed peas, corn, red bell pepper, red onion, and cilantro.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
  • Pour the dressing over the bean mixture and stir to combine.
  • Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
  • Serve chilled with tortilla chips.

Notes

This recipe can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. For a spicier kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the dressing.

Nutrition

Serving: 200gCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 120gProtein: 120gFat: 120gSaturated Fat: 120gPolyunsaturated Fat: 120gMonounsaturated Fat: 120gTrans Fat: 120gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 120gSugar: 120gVitamin A: 120IUVitamin C: 120mgCalcium: 120mgIron: 120mg
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