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Fresh Cowboy Caviar Salad Bowl Recipe with Easy Zesty Vinaigrette Dressing

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A vibrant and fresh cowboy caviar salad bowl with a zesty vinaigrette, perfect for summer potlucks, lunchboxes, or family gatherings. This quick and easy recipe combines crisp veggies, creamy beans, and a tangy dressing for a delicious and healthy meal.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup corn kernels, fresh or frozen and thawed
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, quartered
  • 1 small red onion, finely diced
  • 1 medium avocado, diced
  • 1 cup diced cucumber, peeled if preferred
  • 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
  • 1 small jalapeño, seeded and minced
  • 1/4 cup olive oil (extra virgin)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon honey or agave syrup
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Vegetables (10 minutes): Rinse and drain the black beans well. Thaw frozen corn if using. Quarter the cherry tomatoes, finely dice the red onion, peel and dice the cucumber, and dice the avocado last to prevent browning. Mince the jalapeño, removing seeds for less heat.
  2. Mix the Salad Ingredients (5 minutes): In a large mixing bowl, gently combine black beans, corn, tomatoes, red onion, cucumber, avocado, cilantro, and jalapeño. Fold carefully to keep avocado creamy.
  3. Whisk the Zesty Vinaigrette (5 minutes): In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lime juice, apple cider vinegar, honey, garlic, cumin, salt, and pepper until emulsified. Adjust seasoning to taste.
  4. Combine and Chill (10 minutes): Pour vinaigrette over salad and toss gently to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 10 minutes to let flavors meld. Longer chilling up to 30 minutes is recommended but optional.
  5. Final Touch and Serve: Stir salad gently before serving. Add extra cilantro or a squeeze of lime if desired. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

Notes

Rinse canned black beans thoroughly to remove excess salt and canned flavor. Dice vegetables uniformly for consistent texture. Whisk vinaigrette well to emulsify and prevent separation. Adjust jalapeño heat to taste. Add avocado last to prevent browning and toss with lime juice if browning occurs. Salad can be chilled for better flavor melding. Prepare vinaigrette ahead for convenience.

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Keywords: cowboy caviar, salad bowl, fresh salad, zesty vinaigrette, black beans, summer salad, gluten-free, vegan, easy salad

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