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Fresh Cowboy Caviar Dip with Black Beans and Avocado

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A vibrant, chunky dip combining creamy avocado, black beans, corn, and fresh veggies for a fresh, healthy, and crowd-pleasing party appetizer.

Ingredients

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  • 1 (15-ounce/425 g) can black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 cup (150 g) corn kernels, fresh or frozen (thawed)
  • 1 large ripe avocado, diced into chunky cubes
  • ½ cup (75 g) red bell pepper, finely diced
  • 2 stalks green onion, thinly sliced
  • ¼ cup (10 g) cilantro, chopped (optional)
  • ½ cup (75 g) cherry tomatoes, quartered (optional)
  • 1 small jalapeño, seeded and finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons (30 ml) freshly squeezed lime juice
  • 2 tablespoons (30 ml) extra virgin olive oil
  • ½ teaspoon ground cumin
  • ½ teaspoon salt, or to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Rinse and drain the black beans under cold water to remove excess sodium and canning residue. Let drain completely.
  2. Dice the red bell pepper, slice the green onions thinly, quarter the cherry tomatoes, finely chop the jalapeño (remove seeds for less heat), and cut the avocado into chunky cubes.
  3. In a medium mixing bowl, combine the black beans, corn kernels, diced bell pepper, green onions, cherry tomatoes, jalapeño, and cilantro. Toss gently to combine.
  4. Drizzle lime juice and olive oil over the mixture. Add ground cumin, salt, and freshly ground black pepper. Gently fold in the avocado cubes, being careful not to mash them.
  5. Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt, pepper, or lime juice as needed.
  6. Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for 20-30 minutes to let flavors meld. Consume within 1-2 days for best freshness.

Notes

Rinse canned beans well to reduce sodium and prevent watery dip. Use ripe but firm avocado to maintain chunky texture. Fold avocado gently to avoid mashing. Serve with sturdy chips like kettle-cooked tortilla chips or fresh vegetable sticks. Prepare all ingredients except avocado up to 24 hours ahead; add avocado just before serving to prevent browning.

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Keywords: cowboy caviar, black bean dip, avocado dip, party appetizer, healthy dip, vegan dip, gluten-free dip

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