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My husband and daughter described it as heaven on a plate salad

This vibrant Cowboy Salad (often referred to as Texas Caviar) is a fresh, flavorful, and hearty mix of beans, corn, and crisp vegetables. It is lightly dressed in a tangy lime and olive oil dressing, making it a perfect side dish, dip, or light lunch.

Ingredients:

Ingredients	Amount
Black beans	1 can (15 ounces)
Kidney beans	1 can (15 ounces)
Corn kernels	1 cup
Red bell pepper	1
Green bell pepper	1
Red onion	1/2
Cherry tomatoes	1 cup
Cilantro	1/4 cup
Avocado	1
Lime juice	2 tablespoons
Olive oil	2 tablespoons
Garlic, minced	1 clove
Salt and pepper	To taste

How To Make Cowboy Salad:

Step 1: Prep Ingredients: Rinse and thoroughly drain the black beans and kidney beans. Dice the red and green bell peppers, red onion, cherry tomatoes, and avocado.
Step 2: Combine Salad Base: In a large bowl, combine the beans, corn, bell peppers, onion, tomatoes, and cilantro. Add the diced avocado.
Step 3: Make the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
Step 4: Dress and Chill: Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Step 5: Serve: Serve chilled. Before serving, gently toss again and garnish with additional cilantro and avocado slices if desired.