Cowboy Caviar (Corn and Black Bean Salad)

Total Time Prep: 15 min. + chilling

Yield 8 servings

Test Kitchen Approved

This cowboy caviar is full of big flavors. Serve with scoop chips so you can get the most out of every bite!

Ingredients

1 can (15-1/2 ounces) black-eyed peas, rinsed and drained
1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
2 large tomatoes, finely chopped
1-1/2 cups fresh or frozen corn
1/2 cup finely chopped red onion
1/4 cup minced fresh cilantro
2 garlic cloves, minced
DRESSING:
2 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons white vinegar
2 tablespoons canola oil
1-1/2 teaspoons lime juice
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Directions

In a large bowl, combine the first 7 ingredients. In a small bowl, whisk dressing ingredients; pour over corn mixture and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate at least 1 hour. Stir before serving. Serve with a slotted spoon.

Nutrition Facts

3/4 cup: 167 calories, 4g fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 244mg sodium, 27g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 5g fiber), 7g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 starch, 1 fat.

This colorful, crunchy black bean and corn salad is chock-full of nutrition that all ages love. Try it with a variety of summer entrees, or as a wholesome salsa! —Krista Frank, Rhododendron, Oregon

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