Black Bean and Rice Salad

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This dish is summery and lower in fat than many, yet it's surprisingly filling. It's also simple to prepare and uses common ingredients.

Submitted by Stacey
Updated on July 14, 2022
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Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
10 mins
Total Time:
20 mins
Servings:
8
Yield:
8 servings
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Ingredients

  • 2 tomatoes, chopped

  • 1 large red bell pepper, chopped

  • 2 jalapeno peppers, minced

  • ¾ cup lemon juice

  • 1 ¼ teaspoons dried cilantro

  • ¼ teaspoon dried basil

  • ⅛ teaspoon red pepper flakes

  • 1 (15 ounce) can whole kernel corn; drain and reserve liquid

  • 1 (15 ounce) can black beans; drain and reserve liquid

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

  • ½ cup chopped onion

  • ½ teaspoon minced garlic

  • 1 ½ cups instant brown rice

  • salt and pepper to taste

Directions

  1. In a large bowl, combine tomatoes, red bell pepper, jalapeno pepper, lemon juice, cilantro, basil, red pepper flakes, corn, and beans. Stir to combine the vegetables, then set aside.

  2. In a medium saucepan, heat olive oil at a medium-low heat. Add onions and saute until they are translucent. Add garlic and saute for another minute. Pour in rice and toss to coat. Add reserved liquid from the corn and beans, along with any additional liquid as directed on the rice box. Cook the rice to package specifications. Let the rice cool slightly.

  3. Combine the rice and vegetable mixture. Salt and pepper to taste and serve.

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

140 Calories
3g Fat
28g Carbs
4g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 8
Calories 140
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 3g 4%
Saturated Fat 0g 2%
Sodium 162mg 7%
Total Carbohydrate 28g 10%
Dietary Fiber 3g 11%
Total Sugars 4g
Protein 4g 7%
Vitamin C 51mg 56%
Calcium 19mg 1%
Iron 1mg 5%
Potassium 262mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.