Ingredients
- 2 - 15 oz cans black beans, rinsed
- 1 - 17 oz can whole kernel corn, drained
- 2 large tomatoes, chopped
- 1 large avocado, diced
- 1/2 red onion, chopped
- 1/4 C fresh cilantro, chopped
- Dressing:
- 1 T red wine vinegar
- 4 T lime juice
- 2 T olive oil
- 1 t salt
- 1/2 t ground pepper
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Cowboy Caviar
Time: 15 minutes prep
Servings: 20
Directions
- Combine all ingredients in a large bowl.
- Chill if making ahead.
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Summary
This is fresh, healthy and delicious. People love it, even kids. You can make it ahead, so it's great for a summer party. Serve it with scoop-shaped tortilla chips, or have it on the side as a relish. I add extra cilantro, because there can never be too much cilantro!
Reviews
June 23, 2008
This dish is healthy, fresh and delicious. Serve it with tortilla chips like a salsa, or serve it in small cups or bowls as a nice salad/appetizer for lunch or dinner.I've cooked/tasted this recipe!4 people like this review
June 23, 2008
Nice alternative to salsa. The fresh ingredients make it really yummy and healthy too. I would make it with at least a half cup of cilantro...maybe more. But I love cilantro!I've cooked/tasted this recipe!This is a variation1 person likes this review
September 9, 2008
THis dish was very addictive. I just need to walk away or I might have eaten it all. I might have added a little more avocado and use a generous portion of cilantro.I've cooked/tasted this recipe!3 people like this review
September 10, 2008
I have a similar recipe that I like which also calls for a little cumin and chili powder and some chopped bell pepper. I also like to use fresh corn when it's in season that I cut off the cob. It doesn't even have to be cooked.I've cooked/tasted this recipe!This is a variation2 people like this review
September 11, 2008
A nice refreshing side salad for any type of barbecue. I like it with a lot of cilantro.I've cooked/tasted this recipe!2 people like this review
September 15, 2008
I love this dish. It is simple yet full of so many great flavors. It works well as a dip or as a taco/burrito filler. This should be a regular item in your weekly menus.
December 14, 2009
i love stuff like this great combo thanksI've cooked/tasted this recipe!1 person likes this review
February 6, 2010
Looking to make this salad (w/b-eyed peas) to take to Super Bowl party...where Saints will be victorious!
February 19, 2010
Good recipe. Also known as Southern Caviar, made with blackeyed peas insted of black beans.I've cooked/tasted this recipe!This is a variation1 person likes this review
March 24, 2010
I've made almost this same recipe for years, the only difference was the salad was then mixed with angel hair pasta as a salad.
May 18, 2010
i have made this two times, added corn chips simple love the lime juice is the secret for me.it is a staple in my houseI've cooked/tasted this recipe!1 person likes this review
October 21, 2010
This is really good and fresh. I make additional dressing and then add a few handfuls of arugula and make it a salad. It's awesome!I've cooked/tasted this recipe!This is a variation1 person likes this review
November 18, 2010
I have made this recipe many times and every time I do, people beg for the recipe. It is SO good!I've cooked/tasted this recipe!1 person likes this review
November 21, 2010
I made this to much on for the football came today. I did spice it up a bit with the addition of fresh jalapenos and about a tsp of cumin. I used the whole bunch of cilantro and added an extra avocado.I've cooked/tasted this recipe!This is a variation1 person likes this review
April 16, 2011
This looks very good and easy. I am always looking for something new and different. Just my tastes, but would leave out the cilantro, and maybe add fresh parsley or mint.This is a variation1 person likes this review
April 20, 2011
Really tasty and great with tortillas, chicked a side dish at your bbq. I added cumin and cayanne pepper as i like it hot! I also used black eyed beans and haricot instead of black/kidney? beans.I've cooked/tasted this recipe!This is a variation
May 1, 2011
This is a healthy and very refreshing addition to any summer salad or on its own, and the kids love itI've cooked/tasted this recipe!1 person likes this review-
May 8, 2011
We took this camping as a side dish. It was delicious and fresh after a long day of the flavors mixing in the cooler. The other campers were envious of our prize dish.I've cooked/tasted this recipe!1 person likes this review
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July 5, 2011
I added a jalapeno or two, and reduced the amount of salt. I agree with the reviews and would add an additional avocado or two. It is extremely difficult to stop eating this!
This is absolutely wonderful for the summer!I've cooked/tasted this recipe!This is a variation1 person likes this review 
December 28, 2011
Love me some cowboy caviar! thanks for sharing!I've cooked/tasted this recipe!2 people like this review
February 18, 2012
I make this all the time, so funny to me that instead we call it "Mexican Caviar". The only real difference that I can tell it that my version has tobasco suace, and I use green onions and chives instead of red onions. It's definitely a hit.I've cooked/tasted this recipe!This is a variation1 person likes this review
April 7, 2012
This is very good. Use Fresh Corn when possible. for Tomatoes, do not use Steak tomatoes as they are too watery. Try Roma or better yet use grape or cherry tomatoes cut in half.I've cooked/tasted this recipe!This is a variation-
May 2, 2012
This is reeeally good. My non adventurous friends even loved it, so fresh and healthy and the avocado is better chunked than the guacamole i used to love.I've cooked/tasted this recipe!
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May 19, 2012
A great summer recipe, by its self or over rice or noodles even, great recipeI've cooked/tasted this recipe!
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May 26, 2012
Love it! I make it again and again. I usually do use 2 avocados though.I've cooked/tasted this recipe!
June 10, 2012
A friend brought this recently to us as a salad and it was devoured.I've cooked/tasted this recipe!
September 18, 2012
Incredible, especially the next day. Easy to make, goes great as a side dish or dip and believe it or not - on scrambled eggs! My brother topped his with sour cream and stir it up - creamy. Just make it and love it.I've cooked/tasted this recipe!
March 26, 2013
I really love this recipe. I used a more avocado and cilantro and added some chopped green onion along with a little red onion.I've cooked/tasted this recipe!-
March 30, 2013
same with greek salad...i will probably try this.I've cooked/tasted this recipe!
April 30, 2013
I love all of the ingredients in this recipe. It's healthy and clean. I would definitely make this.-
May 21, 2013
Made this on the weekend and it was great. Next time I will omit the avocado. Found it got mushy in the leftovers.I've cooked/tasted this recipe!
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June 4, 2013
Really good! Cut the recipe In half, kept the full avocado, cilantro and dressing. Served it with Tostitos scoops. Success! A definite keeper.I've cooked/tasted this recipe!1 person likes this review
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June 28, 2013
Oh wonderful i havent made this scense i was in wyo. in the late 70's.cant wait to make it.although i will use frsh white corn and fresh yellow corn.also will make the seasoning differt will be adding some mexican spices, tabasco, will do away with the oil.for less fat avacatos bring enough fat. and to make it spicy just taste a little more festive. mabey green onions like both so will see.:-)I've cooked/tasted this recipe!This is a variation1 person likes this review
July 23, 2013
Being a full-blooded Texan, I have known this as "Texas Caviar" and just love it. Thanks for the post - and I agree, there can never be such a thing as "too much cilantro" in this. :) The only change I would make is to say watch the salt, though this one doesn't have a ton of it. So much of the prepped or canned food already has salt in it.I've cooked/tasted this recipe!This is a variation-
February 1, 2015
I found this even better than traditional salsa, and I don't like beans at all. A great way to get them into your diet. Amazing flavour.I've cooked/tasted this recipe!
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December 7, 2019
I am not a lover of black beans. I always use black eyed peas. I is so refreshing and keeps well.I've cooked/tasted this recipe!This is a variation
Comments
- December 19, 2011Easy, quick, and wonderful! I made this dish on Friday evening to take to the church on Saturday for a choir party. Everyone raved about it and asked how to make it. The recipe is simple enough that I was able to recall it on the spot. Sunday morning topped my scrambled eggs with the mixture, and rolled up in a tortilla. What a great way to start the day. Monday morning I had just crumbs and small pieces of the dip chips. Using the old ' the crumbs of chocolate cookies are the best' rule (where you place the crumbs in a bowl and add milk), I dumbed the chips in a bowl, dished the salsa over it, added a dab of sour cream, and wah-la - you have the breakfast of champions! Making another big bowl tonight to have for the week. Thanks for the best snack recipe in a long time!
- July 25, 2010Made this dish for a work dinner. D idnt have any left over. Everyone loved it.
June 13, 2010Sounds really delicious and healthy except for the high sodium. I would adjust the salt for a healthier version of the same.
January 11, 2010This looks lovely, quite similar to a salad a made for dinner last night!
January 3, 2010Sounds like this is as delicious as it looks -- am planning to take this to a party to share with a crowd! Love the title -- thanks for sharing!- December 28, 2008The recipe that first appeared in Sunset Magazine in 1996 (and that I follow) calls for black-eye peas. It is a nice change from the black beans. also, you can't go wrong with just eyeballing this recipe with regards to avocado and tomatoes
