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Fresh Cowboy Caviar Recipe with Black-Eyed Peas and Creamy Avocado – Easy, Healthy Snack

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A quick and healthy fresh cowboy caviar featuring black-eyed peas and creamy avocado, perfect as a snack or side dish with a fresh, zesty flavor.

Ingredients

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  • 1 can (15 oz) black-eyed peas, drained and rinsed
  • 1 large ripe avocado, diced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 medium red bell pepper, finely diced
  • 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1 small jalapeño, seeded and minced (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • Salt to taste (preferably kosher salt)
  • Freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin

Instructions

  1. Drain and rinse the black-eyed peas under cold water. Set aside to drain fully.
  2. Finely dice the red bell pepper and red onion. Halve the cherry tomatoes. Seed and mince the jalapeño if using. Chop the fresh cilantro.
  3. Peel and dice the ripe avocado into bite-sized pieces, handling gently to avoid bruising.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together fresh lime juice, extra virgin olive oil, ground cumin, salt, and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
  5. In a large mixing bowl, combine black-eyed peas, bell pepper, red onion, cherry tomatoes, jalapeño, and cilantro. Pour the dressing over and toss gently to coat evenly.
  6. Fold in the diced avocado carefully to avoid mashing it.
  7. Let the cowboy caviar rest for about 10 minutes at room temperature to allow flavors to meld. Adjust seasoning if needed before serving.

Notes

Add avocado just before serving to prevent browning. Letting the caviar rest for 10 minutes helps flavors meld. Use ripe but firm avocado for best texture. Drain canned beans well to avoid sogginess. Adjust seasoning gradually and do not skip lime juice for brightness.

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