Oil-Free Cowboy Caviar

Ingredients

• 1 can Canned Chickpeas (Garbanzo Beans) (15 oz, drained and rinsed; reserve the liquid (aquafaba))
• 1 can Canned Black Beans (15 oz, drained and rinsed)
• 1 cup Frozen Corn Kernels (Thawed; can substitute fresh corn kernels)
• 1 piece Red Bell Pepper (Diced small)
• 0.5 medium Red Onion (Finely diced)
• 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes (Halved; can use regular tomatoes diced)
• 1 piece Jalapeño Pepper (Seeds and white membrane removed, finely minced)
• 1 piece Avocado (Diced; optional for extra creaminess)
• 0.25 cup Fresh Cilantro (Chopped)
• 1 clove Garlic (Finely minced)
• 0.33 cup Aquafaba (Chickpea Liquid) (Saved from the canned chickpeas; acts as oil‑free base for dressing)
• 2 tablespoon Red Wine Vinegar
• 1 tablespoon Lime Juice (Freshly squeezed)
• 1 teaspoon Maple Syrup (Balances acidity; can use sugar or agave)
• 1 teaspoon Chili Powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground Cumin
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black Pepper

Instructions

1. Drain and Rinse Beans, Reserve Aquafaba

   Open the cans of chickpeas and black beans. Drain and rinse them under cold water. Pour the chickpea liquid (aquafaba) into a measuring cup and set aside; you will need about 1/3 cup for the dressing.

   Time: PT5M

2. Prep the Vegetables

   Dice the red onion, red bell pepper, cherry tomatoes, jalapeño (seeded), avocado, and chop the cilantro. Add the thawed corn kernels. Place all chopped vegetables in the large mixing bowl.

   Time: PT10M

3. Make the Aquafaba Vinaigrette

   In a small bowl, whisk together the reserved aquafaba, minced garlic, red wine vinegar, lime juice, maple syrup, chili powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper until slightly frothy.

   Time: PT5M

4. Combine Beans, Corn, and Veggies with Dressing

   Add the drained chickpeas, black beans, and corn to the bowl of vegetables. Pour the vinaigrette over everything and toss gently until evenly coated.

   Time: PT5M

5. Serve

   Transfer the Cowboy Caviar to a serving bowl. Garnish with extra cilantro if desired and serve with corn tortillas, tortilla chips, or as a side to grilled dishes.

   Time: PT0M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

180

Protein

6 g

Carbohydrates

30 g

Fat

5 g

Fiber

7 g