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Fresh Cowboy Caviar with Avocado 5-Ingredient Honey Lime Jalapeño Dressing

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A vibrant and fresh cowboy caviar salad featuring creamy avocado and a zesty honey lime jalapeño dressing. Perfect for quick meals, gatherings, or a wholesome snack.

Ingredients

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  • 1 can (15 oz / 425 g) black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 can (15 oz / 425 g) corn kernels, drained (or fresh corn for a sweeter crunch)
  • 1 cup (150 g) cherry tomatoes, quartered
  • 1/2 cup (75 g) red bell pepper, finely diced
  • 1/4 cup (40 g) red onion, finely chopped
  • 1 ripe avocado, diced
  • 1/4 cup (15 g) fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice (about 1 lime)
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 small jalapeño, seeded and finely minced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Drain and rinse the black beans and corn thoroughly. Quarter the cherry tomatoes, dice the red bell pepper, finely chop the red onion, and roughly chop the cilantro. Place all these into a large mixing bowl.
  2. In a small bowl or jar, combine fresh lime juice, honey, minced jalapeño, and olive oil. Add a pinch of salt and a few grinds of black pepper. Whisk vigorously or shake the jar until the dressing emulsifies and looks smooth. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
  3. Cut the avocado in half, remove the pit, and dice the flesh into bite-sized pieces. Be gentle when transferring to the mixing bowl to avoid mashing it prematurely.
  4. Pour the dressing over the beans and veggies in the large bowl. Gently fold in the avocado and cilantro using a spatula or large spoon to coat everything evenly without bruising the avocado.
  5. Taste the cowboy caviar and add more salt, pepper, or lime juice if desired. For best flavor, refrigerate for 15-30 minutes to let the dressing soak in before serving.

Notes

Use canned beans from reliable brands for consistent texture. Handle avocado gently to avoid mashing. Adjust honey and lime juice to balance sweetness and tang. For spicier dressing, keep jalapeño seeds or add smoked paprika. Refrigerate for 15-30 minutes before serving for best flavor. Store in airtight container up to 2 days; add lime juice before serving again to prevent avocado browning.

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Keywords: cowboy caviar, avocado salad, honey lime dressing, jalapeño, fresh salad, quick recipe, healthy snack, vegetarian, gluten-free

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