This spicy, chunky salad is full of great flavors, textures and colors. It's a perfect side dish or appetizer. Three levels of ‘heat’ are included to pick from to make the recipe perfect for your spiciness preference.
1 1/2cupsfresh Corn Kernelscanned (drained) or frozen/thawed corn may be substituted
1 1/2cupsripe Tomatoesseeded and chopped
1/2cupRed Oniondiced
1/3cupfresh Cilantrochopped
14-5 inch longJalapeno Pepperseeded and diced
Dressing
2 tablespoonsapple cider vinegar
1/4cupOlive Oil
1tablespoongranulated sugar
1teaspoonchili pepper or cayenne pepper (spicier)
1tablespoonfreshly squeezed Lime Juice
pinchSalt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Combine all the main (non dressing) ingredients in a large mixing or serving bowl. Stir to fully combine.
Combine the dressing ingredients in a small bowl; whisk to combine.
Pour the dressing evenly over the cowboy caviar; stir to coat.
May be served immediately. For best results cover and chill for at least an hour before serving as a side dish, relish or as an appetizer to dip with chips.
Notes
If serving as an appetizer with tortilla chips you will not need extra sald.If serving as a relish or side dish, salt and pepper to taste after chilling.