Cowboy caviar is one of those easy recipes to throw to together, but if you ask my daughter Isabella she will say it’s a bean salad! Plus its low Weight Watchers points! and is also full of protein as well.
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Beans are one of those pantry essentials that I never let my house run out of. Pinto, Garbanzo, and Black Beans are my most commonly used beans for recipes in my house, the perfect way to add some extra protein to the meal. Cowboy Caviar is the first cold dish I have made using beans and we loved how it turned out! Plus it is also only 1 Weight Watchers Smart point as well per serving.

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Amazing Bean Salad Cowboy Caviar Ingredients
- Black Beans
- Garbanzo Chick Peas
- Sweet Corn– I used canned corn for this, I find canned corn to be a bit firmer than cooked frozen corn.
- Tomatoes-I hate to cut tomatoes so I used diced canned tomatoes to make this. Either will work in the recipe, just be sure to remove excess liquid.
- Red Onion
- Cilantro– Fresh or dried cilantro can be used for the recipe, and also can be omitted if you are not a fan.
- Yellow Pepper
Bean Salad Cowboy Caviar Dressing Ingredients:
- Olive Oil
- Lime Juice
- Balsamic Vinegar– I don’t use this much but it also goes into my Watermelon Salad and my Garlic Dipping Oil. It does blend really well with the other ingredients in the dressing
- Chili Powder
- Cumin
- Salt
- Sugar
Pompeian Robust Extra Virgin Olive Oil, 68 OunceKirkland Signature Aged Balsamic Vinegar, 1-liter (33.8 Fl Oz.) (1 Bottle)
Nellie & Joes: Key West Lime Juice, 16 oz (Pack of 3)
How TO Make Bean Salad Cowboy Caviar:
Open your cans and place them in a strainer and then rinse with cold water. Allow the beans and corn to drip over the sink while you prep the veggies.

Cut up your onion, cilantro, pepper, and tomato if you choose fresh instead of canned. Save some of your cilantro off to the side for garnishment if serving at a get-together.
In a small bowl mix together all your dressing ingredients.

In a larger bowl that can be covered start to mix in everything including the dressing.
Mix well and then garnish with more cilantro.
Cover to store in the fridge for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Serve with chips, and crackers, or even eat it as is.

What To serve With Cowboy Caviar
- Tortilla Chips
- As toppings on Salad
- Tacos
- Enchiladas
Weight watchers Points Breakdown for Cowboy Caviar
Be sure to recalculate your points any time you make a recipe for the most accurate points for your plan. I love finding recipes like this that are low point to pair with my favorites or give me wiggle room in my day for other food.


Amazing Bean Salad Cowboy Caviar
This Cowboy Caviar aka bean salad is the perfect light dish to make! Perfect for BBQs, tailgating, light lunches,and full of protein.
Ingredients
- 15 Ounce Black Beans
- 16 Ounce Garbanzo Chick Peas
- 15 Ounce Sweet Corn
- 14.5 Ounce Diced Tomatoes
- 1/2 Red Onion
- Cilantro
- Yellow Pepper
Amazing Bean Salad Cowboy Caviar Dressing Ingredients
- 2 Tablespoon Olive Oil
- 3 Tablespoon Lime Juice
- 1/2 Tablespoon Balsamic Vinegar
- 1/4 Teaspoon Chili Powder
- 1 Teaspoon Cumin
- 1/2 Teaspoon Salt
- 1/2 Teaspoon Sugar
Instructions
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Open your cans and place them in a strainer and then rinse with cold water. Allow the beans and corn to drip over the sink while you prep the veggies.
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In a small bowl mix together all your dressing ingredients.
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In a larger bowl that can be covered start to mix in everything including the dressing.
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Mix well and cover to store in the fridge for at least 30 minutes before serving.
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Serve with chips, crackers, or even eat it as is.
Katie Clark says
Yummy! We make a similar recipe, and it is delicious. Love it with chips!
robin rue says
That bean salad sounds really tasty! I have never had anything like this before, so I am excited to try this.
Saidah Washington says
I cut meat from my diet for a while and this would be perfect to add to my meal plan.
Leanne Jacobs says
Looks delicious! I can’t wait to try it.
Jaime says
My mom makes a salad similar this (she calls it southern caviar?) and it’s so delicious. This is a reminder that I need to make some this summer! It’s been a while since we’ve had it.
Nellie Blazina says
This is such a clever title. I love salads and this looks like it’d be a crowd pleaser. Can’t wait to make this at our next BBQ.
Heather Johnson says
Sounds super yummy! My family loves beans, which provide healthy lean protein. I love finding new recipes in which to include beans.
Liz Mays says
Now this is a flavorful combo. I really like chick peas, especially when they’re mixed in with some herbs and spices.
Neely Moldovan says
We call it Texas caviar but we make it for every single holiday and party. Always the biggest crowd pleaser!
Janella Panchamsingh says
Yum this looks so yummy and fresh! perfect for entertaining with friends
Crystal says
That’s my jam! I love dishes like this at barbecues or parties. It looks easy to put together and is so full of yumminess.
Christine says
My kids will love this!
charlene bordelon says
What is serving size/
Jenny says
You can change up the serving size to whatever size you want. I kinda divided it up and then changed the number of servings on my e-tools for points.
Vicky says
This recipe is easy and tasty. I love to serve it over grilled chicken breast. YUM