This cowboy caviar concludes my series of graduation party appetizers. Be sure to file these recipes away for the next time you're in need of some party bites. Like I said, each of the appetizers seemed to pleased the masses and people were still digging into them long after dinner was served.

I had been meaning to make my mom's cowboy caviar, especially after I saw the recipe on Greens and Chocolate a few weeks ago. Taylor's recipe differs slightly from my mom's, although I imagine her version is just as good. I grew up loving this particular recipe and it remains one of my favorite partners for tortilla chips!


Cowboy Caviar


Ingredients:
Dressing-
-2 Tbsp red wine vinegar
-1 1/2-2 tsp tabasco
-1 1/2 tsp salad oil
-1 clove garlic, minced
-1/8 tsp pepper

-1 firm ripe avocado, cut into 1/2 inch cubes
-1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
-1 can corn
-2/3 cup sliced green onions
-2/3 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
-1/2 lb coarsely chopped Roma tomatoes

Directions:
1. Mix dressing ingredients and set aside.
2. Combine black beans, corn, green onions, cilantro, tomatoes, and avocado into a small bowl.
3. Add dressing and mix gently. Sprinkle salt to taste. Serve with tortilla chips.