Description
Fire Roasted Cowboy Caviar is a vibrant and refreshing dish that combines black beans, corn, tomatoes, and spices, creating a delightful flavor profile. This recipe is quick to prepare and makes a fantastic appetizer or side dish for any gathering. Perfectly suited for those craving healthy homemade meals, this caviar is sure to impress!
Ingredients
Scale
- 15 ounces black beans, drained and rinsed
- 15 ounces black eyed peas, drained and rinsed
- 1 ½ cups fire-roasted canned corn
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1/2 small red onion, minced
- 1 jalapeño, seeded and diced
- ⅓ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
- zest and juice of 1 lime
- 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon honey
- ¾ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon ground cumin
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt, adjust to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon chili powder
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine black beans, black-eyed peas, corn, tomatoes, bell pepper, onion, jalapeño, and cilantro. Toss gently to combine.
- In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the olive oil, lime zest, lime juice, vinegar, honey, smoked paprika, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Pour the dressing over the bean mixture and fold until well coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors settle.
- Before serving, stir once more and adjust salt, lime, or heat as needed.
Notes
This dish tastes even better after chilling, allowing the flavors to meld.
Adjust the level of jalapeño based on your spice preference.
Serve with tortilla chips for a crunchy pairing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg