Cowboy Caviar

Having this Cowboy Caviar made ahead and waiting in your freezer means that a last minute invitation to an event will be an easy “yes…I’ve got the perfect thing to bring!” This dip is great for Game Day, parties, picnics, BBQs, or snacking on under a blanket while watching a movie at home.

“I made this today for an appetizer. In all fairness, I didn’t freeze it but I’m sure it will still be just as good. ~ Lisa, Freezer Meals 101 Club Member

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This tangy Cowboy Caviar can be made ahead and frozen so that it’s ready to serve on short notice with no extra work.

The Freezer Meals 101 Club is full of easy make ahead appetizers like this one, as well as breakfasts, lunches, dinners, and snacks. It really takes the stress out of cooking. Check it out today.

Cowboy Caviar

Ingredients:

• 15 oz. black beans rinsed and drained
• 15 oz. kernel corn drained4 oz. green chilies
• 1 cup cilantro chopped
• ½ red bell pepper diced
• ½ orange bell pepper diced
• ½ purple onion minced
• 1 tsp. chili powder
• ⅓ cup white wine vinegar
• ½ tsp. salt
• 2 tsp. sugar
• ½ cup olive oil
• 1 tbsp. freshly squeezed lime juice
• 2 tsp. lime zest
• 1 large (gallon) freezer bag or reusable silicone bag

Assembly Instructions:

1. Drain, rinse, and pat dry the beans and corn. Add to a large bowl.
2. Add the cilantro and the remaining ingredients to the beans and corn mixture. Stir to combine.
3. Add to a large resealable freezer bag or 2 quart size freezer bags. Remove excess air, seal, and freeze.

Serving Instructions:

1. Thaw. Serve cold or at room temperature with tortilla chips.

How to Serve:

Cowboy Caviar is so popular served as a cold dip at group gatherings. Set it out in a bowl with some tortilla chips for scooping and you’re good to go.

Alternatively, you can use this as a side dish or as a filling for tacos, burritos, or on top of nachos. These ideas are what I like to do with any leftovers I have. That way, you’re stretching this starter into a main course and nothing goes to waste.

If you’re looking for other make ahead freezer friendly dips, you might enjoy our Chicken Jalapeno Popper Dip, Buffalo Chicken Dip, or Hot Corn and Crab Dip.

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Cowboy Caviar

Prep Time

10 mins

Cook Time

10 mins

 

Course: Appetizer

Keyword: vegetarian

Servings: 12

Calories: 165 kcal

Ingredients

• 15 oz. black beans rinsed and drained
• 15 oz. kernel corn drained
• 4 oz. green chilies
• 1 cup cilantro chopped
• ½ red bell pepper diced
• ½ orange bell pepper diced
• ½ purple onion minced
• 1 tsp. chili powder
• ½ tsp. salt
• 2 tsp. sugar
• ½ cup olive oil
• ⅓ cup white wine vinegar
• 1 tbsp. freshly squeezed lime juice
• 2 tsp. lime zest

Instructions

Assembly instructions:

1. Drain, rinse, and pat dry the beans and corn. Add to a large bowl.
2. Add the cilantro and the remaining ingredients to the beans and corn mixture. Stir to combine.
3. Add to a large resealable freezer bag or 2 quart size freezer bags. Remove excess air, seal, and freeze.

Serving instructions:

1. Thaw. Serve cold or at room temperature with tortilla chips.