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Fresh Cowboy Caviar Loaded Tortilla Cups Easy Recipe with Creamy Avocado Crema

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A vibrant and fresh appetizer featuring crispy baked corn tortilla cups filled with a colorful cowboy caviar mix and topped with a creamy avocado crema. Perfect for parties, quick to make, and full of bold flavors.

Ingredients

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  • 1 can (15 oz / 425 g) black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 cup (150 g) fresh or frozen corn kernels
  • 1 cup (150 g) cherry tomatoes, quartered
  • 1/2 cup (75 g) red bell pepper, finely diced
  • 1/4 cup (40 g) red onion, finely diced
  • 1/4 cup (15 g) fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1 jalapeño, seeded and finely chopped (optional)
  • Juice of 1 lime (about 2 tablespoons / 30 ml)
  • 1 tablespoon (15 ml) olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon (5 g) ground cumin
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 ripe avocado, peeled and pitted
  • 1/2 cup (120 g) sour cream or Greek yogurt (or dairy-free coconut yogurt)
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • Juice of 1/2 lime (about 1 tablespoon / 15 ml)
  • Salt to taste
  • 8 small corn tortillas (6-inch / 15 cm diameter)
  • Cooking spray or a light brush of olive oil

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Lightly brush or spray both sides of each corn tortilla with olive oil. Press each tortilla gently into the cups of a muffin tin, molding them to form little bowls. If you don’t have a muffin tin, carefully drape them over inverted oven-safe ramekins or small bowls, shaping them into cups.
  3. Bake the tortillas for 10–12 minutes until edges are golden and crisp. Remove and let cool in the tin for a few minutes to firm up.
  4. While the cups bake, combine black beans, corn, cherry tomatoes, red bell pepper, red onion, cilantro, jalapeño (if using), lime juice, olive oil, cumin, salt, and pepper in a large bowl. Stir gently to combine and adjust seasoning as needed.
  5. Prepare the avocado crema by blending avocado, sour cream or Greek yogurt, minced garlic, lime juice, and salt until smooth. Alternatively, mash avocado and whisk in other ingredients for chunkier texture.
  6. Spoon a generous amount of cowboy caviar into each tortilla cup. Top with a dollop or drizzle of creamy avocado crema. Garnish with extra chopped cilantro or smoked paprika if desired.
  7. Serve immediately to enjoy the crisp texture and fresh flavors. If preparing ahead, keep components separate until ready to serve.

Notes

Soak bell peppers or onions in cold water for 10 minutes if too strong. Bake tortilla cups close to serving time to keep crisp. Avoid overfilling cups to prevent sogginess. Use fresh lime juice for best flavor. For vegan option, substitute sour cream with plant-based yogurt or cashew cream.

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Keywords: cowboy caviar, tortilla cups, avocado crema, appetizer, party food, gluten-free, vegetarian, easy recipe

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