Tex-Mex Fiesta Bean Salad with Tangy Rice Vinegar Dressing

Recipe Collection: Salads

Tex-Mex Fiesta Bean Salad with Tangy Rice Vinegar Dressing elevates your gatherings with a colorful blend of black beans, pinto beans, and sweet corn, all tossed in a tangy rice vinegar dressing. This vegetarian dish is perfect for parties or as a refreshing side, and it’s free from common allergens. The vibrant flavors and crunchy textures make it a versatile addition to any meal, whether served with tortilla chips or as a topping for tacos.

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Overview

This vibrant and flavorful Texas Caviar is a delightful twist on the classic cowboy caviar, featuring a medley of black beans, pinto beans, and sweet white corn. Enhanced with a tangy rice vinegar dressing, this dish is perfect as a party appetizer or a refreshing side. Serve it with scoop-style tortilla chips for a crowd-pleasing experience.

Diet Type

Vegetarian

Allergies

None

Cuisine

Tex-Mex

Serving Size: 10

Cooking Time: 40 minutes

Ingredients

• 2 - 15 Ounces (oz) cans black beans, drained
• 2 - 15 Ounces (oz) cans pinto beans, drained
• 2 - 15 Ounces (oz) cans white corn, drained
• 1 - 4 Ounces (oz) can green chiles, no preparation applicable
• 1 - Whole red bell pepper, minced
• 1 - Whole green bell pepper, minced
• 1 - Small red onion, minced
• 1 - Whole jalapeño chile pepper, minced
• 1 - Bunch cilantro leaves, minced

Dressing

• 0.5 - Cups rice vinegar
• 0.5 - Cups olive oil
• 0.33 - Cups white sugar
• 0.5 - Teaspoons (tsp) garlic powder

Steps

1. Prepare Ingredients: Gather all ingredients and ensure they are properly rinsed, drained, and chopped as specified.
2. Mix Base Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the black beans, pinto beans, white corn, green chiles, red and green bell peppers, red onion, jalapeño pepper (if using), and cilantro. Toss gently to mix.
3. Prepare Dressing: In a small saucepan, combine rice vinegar, olive oil, sugar, and garlic powder. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil over medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves. Remove from heat and let it cool for at least 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
4. Combine and Serve: Pour the cooled dressing over the bean mixture. Toss everything together until well coated. Allow the Texas Caviar to sit for at least 10 minutes before serving to enhance the flavors.
5. Serve: Transfer to a serving bowl and enjoy with scoop-style tortilla chips. For an extra burst of flavor, consider adding a squeeze of fresh lime juice before serving.

Enjoy your homemade Tex-Mex Fiesta Bean Salad with Tangy Rice Vinegar Dressing!