Rice and Bean Salad
Rice, beans, and veggies brightened with a citrus dressing make a fun and flavorful salad.
Ingredients
1 cup brown rice, cooked and cooled
1 medium tomato, chopped
2 medium carrots, grated
2 tablespoons onion, finely chopped
1 1/4 cups frozen corn OR 1 15 ounce can no salt added corn, drained and rinsed
1 green bell pepper, diced
1 15 ounce can no salt added black beans, drained and rinsed
1/4 cup lime juice
1/4 cup olive oil OR vegetable oil
1/2 teaspoon salt (optional)
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Equipment
Cutting board
Large bowl
Knife
Mixing spoon
Whisk or fork
Measuring cups and spoons
Instructions
- Before you begin wash your hands, surfaces, utensils, and vegetables.
- Using a fork or whisk, mix together lime juice, oil, black pepper, and salt (if using), in a large bowl.
- Add remaining ingredients to the dressing and stir to combine.
- Refrigerate at least 30 minutes before serving to let flavors blend.
Tips
- Add color and flavor with 1 teaspoon cumin and 1 tablespoon dried parsley or 3 tablespoons fresh parsley (minced).
- Use as a side dish, pita or tortilla filling, dip for tortilla chips, or filling for a lettuce wrap.
- Add 1 cup of cooked meat, chicken, or fish for added protein.
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size
3/4 cup
Per serving
Amount
Calories
220
Total Fat
10g
Sodium
400mg
Total Carbohydrate
30g
Protein
6g
