If you’re looking for the perfect dish to bring to your Labor Day party, this Cowgirl Caviar from The Being Collective is an absolute must!
It’s colorful, fresh and flavorful, and loaded with gut-supporting nutrients. I just interviewed a gastroenterologist on the podcast who shared the importance of gut healthy foods and this recipe checks all the boxes!
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Cowgirl Caviar
Ingredients
- 1 3/4 cups black beans (drained and rinsed, 1.75 c = 1 15 oz can)
- 1 3/4 cups canned black eyed peas (drained and rinsed, 1.75 c = 1 15 oz can)
- 1 cup red bell pepper
- 1 cup yellow bell pepper
- 1 cup orange bell pepper
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes (cut in half)
- 1 cup canned sweet corn (drained and rinsed)
- 1 cup red onion (diced)
- 1/2 cup jalapeno pepper (diced, seeds optional for extra spice)
- 1/2 cup cilantro (chopped)
- Dressing
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 3 tbsp red wine vinegar
- 3 tbsp lime juice
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- salt
- pepper
Instructions
- Combine all dressing ingredients in a small bowl and set aside.
- Combine all other ingredients in a large bowl. Mix in dressing.
- Season liberally with additional salt and pepper, as desired.
Nutrition Facts
Cowgirl Caviar
Serves: 8 people
| Amount Per Serving: | ||
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 204.5 | |
| % Daily Value* | ||
| Total Fat 7.7g | 10.8% | |
| Saturated Fat 1.1g | 5% | |
| Trans Fat 0g | ||
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0 | |
| Sodium 10.1mg | 0.4% | |
| Total Carbohydrate 28.3g | 9.3% | |
| Dietary Fiber 7.8g | 28% | |
| Sugars 5.6g | ||
| Protein 9g | ||
| Vitamin A | Vitamin C | |
| Calcium 35.3mg | Iron 2.5mg | |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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