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Flavorful White Bean Cowboy Caviar Recipe with Easy Chipotle Lime Dressing

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A quick and easy cowboy caviar featuring creamy white beans, fresh vegetables, and a smoky chipotle lime dressing. Perfect as a vibrant side or a light meal with a bold, fresh flavor.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked white beans or 1 (15 oz) can cannellini or great northern beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/2 cup red bell pepper, diced
  • 1/2 cup corn kernels, fresh or frozen and thawed
  • 1/4 cup red onion, finely diced
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon chipotle powder or 1 chipotle pepper in adobo, minced
  • 1 teaspoon honey or agave syrup
  • 1 small garlic clove, minced
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional: avocado chunks, jalapeño slices, lime zest

Instructions

  1. Drain and rinse the canned white beans under cold water and place in a large mixing bowl.
  2. Halve the cherry tomatoes, dice the red bell pepper and red onion finely, add the corn kernels and chopped cilantro to the bowl with the beans.
  3. In a small bowl or jar, combine olive oil, lime juice, minced chipotle pepper or powder, honey, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Whisk or shake until emulsified and smooth.
  4. Pour the dressing over the beans and vegetables. Gently toss to coat evenly, folding rather than stirring aggressively to avoid mashing the beans.
  5. Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt, lime juice, chipotle, or honey as desired.
  6. Let the cowboy caviar chill in the fridge for at least 15 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

Notes

For a creamier texture, briefly mash some of the beans before tossing. Add avocado just before serving to avoid browning. Use fresh lime juice for best flavor. Rinse canned beans well to remove excess sodium and canned taste. Adjust chipotle heat to preference.

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Keywords: cowboy caviar, white bean salad, chipotle lime dressing, quick salad, vegan, gluten-free, healthy side dish

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