Cowboy Caviar (High Protein Bean Dip)
Cowboy Caviar is a vibrant, high-protein bean dip packed with fresh vegetables and hearty beans, perfect as a nutritious appetizer or snack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (15 oz) black-eyed peas, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup corn kernels (fresh, canned, or frozen)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, quartered
- 1/2 cup red bell pepper, diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1 jalapeño, seeded and minced (optional)
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine black beans, black-eyed peas, corn, cherry tomatoes, red bell pepper, red onion, jalapeño, and cilantro.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lime juice, cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the bean and vegetable mixture and toss gently to combine.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature with tortilla chips, crackers, or as a topping for grilled meats or salads.
Notes
For added crunch and flavor, consider topping the dip with diced avocado or crumbled feta cheese before serving.