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Cowboy Caviar

Ingredients
  

½ can chickpeas (drained and rinsed)

½ English cucumber, diced

½ red bell pepper, diced

½ jalapeño, finely diced (remove seeds for less heat)

⅛ to ¼ cup red onion, finely diced

Kernels from 2 ears of fresh corn (raw or grilled)

A handful of fresh cilantro, chopped

2 tablespoons olive oil

Juice of half a lime

Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions
 

Combine chickpeas, cucumber, red pepper, jalapeño, red onion, and corn in a large mixing bowl.

    Add chopped cilantro, olive oil, and lime juice.

      Season generously with salt and pepper.

        Toss gently until everything is evenly coated.

          Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Let it sit for 10–15 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.