Texas Caviar

Texas Caviar is a vibrant, zesty salad that combines fresh vegetables and beans for a delightful crunch and flavor. This vegetarian dish is perfect as a snack, appetizer, or a side salad at any gathering.

Ingredients

• Black beans - 1 cup (cooked and drained)
• Corn - 1 cup (cooked or canned, drained)
• Red bell pepper - 1 medium, diced
• Green bell pepper - 1 medium, diced
• Red onion - 1/2 medium, finely chopped
• Cherry tomatoes - 1 cup, halved
• Cilantro - 1/4 cup, chopped
• Lime juice - 2 tablespoons
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Cumin - 1/2 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Avocado - 1 small, diced (optional)

Steps

1. In a large mixing bowl, combine black beans, corn, red bell pepper, green bell pepper, red onion, cherry tomatoes, and cilantro.
2. In a separate small bowl, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, cumin, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
3. Pour the dressing over the bean and vegetable mixture and gently toss to combine, ensuring everything is well coated.
4. If using, gently fold in diced avocado just before serving to prevent browning.
5. Let the salad sit for about 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld, then serve chilled or at room temperature.

Nutrition

• Calories: 220
• Protein: 7 g
• Carbs: 30 g
• Fiber: 10 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 400 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 8 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
• Water: 0.4 L

Health Benefits

• High in fiber which aids digestion
• Rich in antioxidants from fresh vegetables
• Provides plant-based protein from beans

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