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Cowboy Salad

Cowboy Salad: A Fresh and Flavorful Meal in Minutes

Cowboy Salad is a quick, vibrant dish combining creamy avocado, crunchy veggies, and hearty black beans, perfect for a fresh and satisfying meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Marinating Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Southwestern
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 can Black Beans Rinsed
  • 1 can Corn Drained
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes Halved
  • 1 medium Red Bell Pepper Chopped
  • 1 small Red Onion Finely chopped, soaked in water
  • 1 medium Avocado Diced
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro Chopped
For the Dressing
  • 2 tablespoons BBQ Sauce Your favorite variety
  • 2 tablespoons Ranch Dressing Can substitute with Greek yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice Freshly squeezed preferred
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper

Equipment

  • Large bowl

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large bowl, add one can of rinsed black beans and one can of drained corn. Stir gently.
  2. Fold in halved cherry tomatoes, chopped red bell pepper, finely chopped red onion, and diced avocado.
  3. Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the mixture and mix gently.
  4. Drizzle BBQ sauce and ranch dressing, along with freshly squeezed lime juice, over the salad.
  5. Sprinkle salt and pepper generously and toss gently.
  6. Let your Cowboy Salad sit for about 10 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
  7. Serve your Cowboy Salad chilled or at room temperature.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 15gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 12gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use fresh produce for the best flavor. Cut the avocado just before serving to prevent browning.

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