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Cowboy Caviar

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15 min

Snack

Appetizer

Side

One-bowl / one-pot

No cook
Cowboy caviar, also known as Texas caviar, is a vibrant bean salad that originally came out of the American South. Despite the name, there’s no actual caviar involved - just a colourful mix of beans, corn, peppers, and a punchy lime vinaigrette. It was first created as a fun and affordable alternative to traditional caviar, and it’s since become a staple at barbecues, potlucks, and picnics. Serve it as a dip with tortilla chips, or enjoy it as a side salad.

Servings

(1 cup per serving)

Total

15 min

Prep

15 min

Free from

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soy

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peanut

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tree nut

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sesame

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gluten

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What others say

Nicolette - Aug. 22, 2025, 3:08 p.m.

Was really good! After a hard day of work I almost turned to junkfood but made this instead from leftover veggies and cans. It was really satisfying and way better and healthier than chips!

Klaudia - Aug. 17, 2025, 12:22 p.m.

Great, refreshing and light despite the beans. I add it to my staples. Thank you

Laura - July 16, 2025, 7:43 p.m.

so simple yet so good!!

Annie - July 13, 2025, 11:09 p.m.

Simple but delicious! We served it on top of a few baked sweet potatoes with some salsa and vegan sour cream.