Uploaded July 2025 | Updated September 2026, 29 minutes ago
Cowboy caviar is the ultimate 15-minute party appetizer that everyone can't get enough of. It's loaded with beans, chopped veggies, and a bright, tangy dressing that ties it all together.
I have plenty of must-make appetizers for big parties like the 4th of July or Super Bowl, but cowboy caviar is always requested by friends and family. It’s like a cross between some of my favorites: pico de gallo, three-bean salad (from my Healthy Meal Prep cookbook), and guacamole. So you can imagine all the delicious Southwest flavors and textures happening in this dish!
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► TIMESTAMPS:
0:00 Intro: What is Cowboy Caviar?
0:33 Drain and Rinse Black-Eyed Peas and Black Beans
0:57 Measure and Thaw Corn
1:10 Prep Tomatoes: Seed & Dice
1:35 Dice Green Bell Pepper
1:55 Dice Red Onion
2:14 Deseed & Dice Jalapeño
2:36 Chop Cilantro & Dice Avocado
3:12 Whisk Lime-Cumin Dressing
3:42 Combine Beans, Veggies & Dressing
4:11 Transfer to Serving Bowl & Garnish
4:28 Taste Test & Serving Suggestions
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Cowboy caviar is the ultimate 15-minute party appetizer that everyone can't get enough of. It's loaded with beans, chopped veggies, and a bright, tangy dressing that ties it all together.
I have plenty of must-make appetizers for big parties like the 4th of July or Super Bowl, but cowboy caviar is always requested by friends and family. It’s like a cross between some of my favorites: pico de gallo, three-bean salad (from my Healthy Meal Prep cookbook), and guacamole. So you can imagine all the delicious Southwest flavors and textures happening in this dish!
🖨 Printable Cowboy Caviar Recipe: downshiftology.com/recipes/cowboy-caviar
Sign up for weekly emails (never miss a recipe!): https://mailchi.mp/downshiftology/youtube/
Join the private Facebook group of fellow Downshifters around the world: facebook.com/groups/downshiftologycommunity
► ORDER MY COOKBOOK!!!
Get 100+ make-ahead and quick-assembly recipes in my NEW Healthy Meal Prep cookbook: downshiftology.com/cookbook
► FEATURED IN VIDEO:
Black Eyed Peas: amzn.to/4lk7kEk
Black Beans: amzn.to/3IcSqkA
► ALWAYS IN MY KITCHEN:
Counter Stools: bit.ly/2tUNvZG
Vitamix Blender: amzn.to/2NjFp75
Spiralizer: amzn.to/2N37WRy
Tea Kettle: amzn.to/2uuNSMp
Utensil Holder: bit.ly/2tVfGaH
Flour Jars: amzn.to/30UZESn
Salt Cellar: amzn.to/2UUyK9r
Knife Set: bit.ly/2tUGzMa
White Chef's Knife: amzn.to/3rwocy9
Cutting Board: amzn.to/2Vskgv9
Magnetic Measuring Spoons: amzn.to/2YIeKYT
Magnetic Measuring Cups: amzn.to/3hAJu6A
Food Scraper: amzn.to/3B3ki3w
For everything else I use in my videos, check out the SHOP page on my website: downshiftology.com/shop
► TIMESTAMPS:
0:00 Intro: What is Cowboy Caviar?
0:33 Drain and Rinse Black-Eyed Peas and Black Beans
0:57 Measure and Thaw Corn
1:10 Prep Tomatoes: Seed & Dice
1:35 Dice Green Bell Pepper
1:55 Dice Red Onion
2:14 Deseed & Dice Jalapeño
2:36 Chop Cilantro & Dice Avocado
3:12 Whisk Lime-Cumin Dressing
3:42 Combine Beans, Veggies & Dressing
4:11 Transfer to Serving Bowl & Garnish
4:28 Taste Test & Serving Suggestions
► WHAT I'M WEARING
Top: bit.ly/4k0v5QZ
Jeans: bit.ly/4nutRzx
The music I use: bit.ly/2Ms5nF2 - Great music for YouTubers!
Disclaimer: product links may include affiliate links.
#cowboycaviar #veganrecipes #vegetarianrecipes
