Cowboy Caviar Texas Salsa (Print-Friendly Version)

Colorful black beans, corn, and peppers in a zesty lime dressing for snacking or sharing with friends.

# What You'll Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 1 can (425g) corn, drained
02 - 1 cup (150g) mixed bell peppers, diced
03 - 2 medium Roma tomatoes, diced
04 - 1/2 cup (75g) red onion, diced
05 - 1/4 cup (25g) green onions, sliced
06 - 1 small jalapeño, sliced, seeds removed
07 - 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped

→ Legumes

08 - 1 can (425g) black beans, rinsed and drained
09 - 1 can (425g) black-eyed peas, rinsed and drained

→ Dressing

10 - 1/4 cup (60ml) olive oil or avocado oil
11 - 2 tablespoons (30g) honey
12 - Juice of half a lime
13 - 1/4 teaspoon lime zest
14 - 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
15 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
16 - Salt, to taste
17 - Black pepper, to taste

# How to Make It:

01 - In a large bowl, add corn, black beans, black-eyed peas, bell peppers, Roma tomatoes, red onion, green onions, jalapeño, and chopped cilantro.
02 - In a separate small bowl, whisk together olive oil or avocado oil, honey, lime juice, lime zest, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
03 - Pour the dressing over the vegetable and bean mixture. Gently toss until evenly coated.
04 - Adjust salt and black pepper to taste. For best flavor, cover and refrigerate for 1 hour to allow flavors to meld.
05 - Serve chilled with tortilla chips or as desired. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

# Additional Tips:

01 - For optimal flavor, allow the mixture to marinate in the refrigerator for at least one hour before serving.