Best 7 Caribbean Style Black Bean And Rice Salad Recipes

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**Embark on a Culinary Journey to the Caribbean: Discover a Symphony of Flavors with Black Bean and Rice Salad Recipes**

Immerse yourself in the vibrant culinary traditions of the Caribbean with an array of tantalizing black bean and rice salad recipes. These dishes are a harmonious blend of textures and flavors, featuring the perfect balance of savory black beans, fluffy rice, crisp vegetables, and aromatic herbs. From traditional Jamaican fare to the vibrant flavors of Trinidad and Tobago, each recipe offers a unique taste adventure. Whether you prefer a light and refreshing salad or a hearty and satisfying main course, these black bean and rice salads will transport your taste buds to the sun-kissed shores of the Caribbean. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey that celebrates the rich cultural heritage and diverse culinary offerings of this captivating region.

**Recipes:**

1. **Jamaican Black Bean and Rice Salad:**
- Experience the authentic flavors of Jamaica with this classic salad, featuring tender black beans, fluffy rice, sweet corn, crisp bell peppers, and a zesty dressing made with lime juice, cilantro, and fiery scotch bonnet peppers.

2. **Cuban Black Bean, Corn, and Avocado Salad:**
- Delight in the vibrant colors and bold flavors of Cuba with this refreshing salad. Black beans, corn, avocado, red onion, and fresh herbs are tossed in a tangy vinaigrette dressing, creating a harmonious balance of textures and flavors.

3. **Trinidad and Tobago Black Bean and Rice Salad:**
- Embark on a culinary adventure to Trinidad and Tobago with this flavorful salad. Black beans, rice, and a medley of tropical fruits, including mango, pineapple, and papaya, are combined with a creamy coconut dressing, resulting in a tantalizing fusion of sweet and savory flavors.

4. **Puerto Rican Black Bean and Rice Salad:**
- Savor the vibrant flavors of Puerto Rico with this hearty salad. Black beans, rice, and a variety of colorful vegetables, such as tomatoes, cucumbers, and bell peppers, are tossed in a tangy dressing made with olive oil, vinegar, and fresh herbs.

5. **Haitian Black Bean and Rice Salad:**
- Explore the culinary traditions of Haiti with this unique salad. Black beans and rice are combined with roasted corn, black-eyed peas, and a spicy Creole-inspired dressing, creating a symphony of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

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.

Provided by STACEYALISHA

Categories     Salad     Beans     Black Bean Salad Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 14

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

Steps:

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

Nutrition Facts : Calories 139.8 calories, Carbohydrate 28 g, Fat 2.8 g, Fiber 3.1 g, Protein 3.5 g, SaturatedFat 0.4 g, Sodium 162 mg, Sugar 4.4 g

CARIBBEAN BLACK BEANS WITH RICE



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Add something citrusy to your family's dinner! Serve black beans cooked with papaya over rice - perfect for Island cuisine.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 1h10m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 1/2 cups water
1 1/2 cups dried black beans*
2 teaspoons vegetable oil
1 medium papaya, peeled, seeded and diced (about 1 1/2 cups)
1 medium red bell pepper, finely chopped (1 cup)
1/2 cup finely chopped red onion (about 1/2 medium)
1/2 cup orange juice
1/4 cup lime juice
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
1/2 teaspoon ground red pepper (cayenne)
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
5 cups hot cooked rice

Steps:

  • In 2-quart saucepan, heat water and beans to boiling. Boil uncovered 2 minutes; reduce heat. Cover and simmer about 45 minutes, stirring occasionally, until beans are tender; drain.
  • In 10-inch skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Cook remaining ingredients except rice in oil about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until bell pepper is crisp-tender. Stir in beans. Cook about 5 minutes or until hot. Serve with rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 450, Carbohydrate 89 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fiber 14 g, Protein 17 g, SaturatedFat 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 10 mg, Sugar 12 g, TransFat 0 g

CARIBBEAN RICE AND BLACK BEAN SALAD



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If you like some spice then add in some cayenne pepper. You can make this hours in advance and chill, and the complete recipe can be doubled to 5 cups cooked rice. Prep time does not include cooking the rice.

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Rice

Time 10m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/2 cup olive oil
1/4 cup cider vinegar
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon minced garlic (no more than 1 teaspoon or less of fresh garlic, as it will be too overpowering!)
1 teaspoon sugar (optional)
salt and black pepper (to taste)
cayenne pepper (optional)
2 1/2 cups cooked long-grain rice (room temperature or cold, about 1 cup uncooked)
1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and well drained
1 (10 ounce) can canned corn niblets, well drained
1 small yellow bell pepper, seeded and chopped
1 small red bell pepper, seeded and chopped
3 green onions, chopped (can use more or less)

Steps:

  • In a small bowl whisk together oil, vinegar, Dijon, cumin and garlic until well blended; season with salt and pepper to taste, add in some sugar if you find that the dressing is too strong.
  • In a medium bowl combine the cooled or cold cooked rice, black beans, corn niblets, bell peppers and green onions.
  • Add in enough dressing to moisten; toss to combine (you don't have to use the full amount of dressing).
  • Season once again with salt and pepper (or cayenne pepper).
  • Can be made hours ahead, cover and chill.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 553.9, Fat 28.8, SaturatedFat 4.1, Sodium 278.8, Carbohydrate 64.3, Fiber 9.7, Sugar 2.9, Protein 12.4

CARIBBEAN-STYLE BEANS AND RICE



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Provided by Michael Chiarello : Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h55m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 slices smoked bacon or 1 small ham hock
4 cloves garlic, roughly chopped
1 cup dried red kidney beans, brought to a boil and cooled, drained
5 cups cold water
1 Scotch bonnet, halved and seeded, or 2 serrano chilis
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 (14-ounce) can coconut milk
4 scallions, crushed*
2 sprigs fresh thyme
1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
1 tablespoon sea salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 1/2 cups long-grain rice, washed and drained

Steps:

  • Heat a Dutch oven or large, deep pot over medium-high heat. Add the bacon to the hot pot and cook until light brown on both sides. Add the garlic and saute until light brown. Add the drained beans along with the cold water to the bacon and garlic and bring to a boil over high heat. Cover the pot, reduce heat to a simmer, and cook until beans are just tender, about 1 hour. Add the chili peppers, cinnamon, coconut milk, scallions, thyme, allspice, salt, and pepper and bring to a boil. Stir in the rice and, once the mixture has returned to a boil, stir, reduce the heat to low, cover and cook for 20 to 30 minutes, or until the rice is tender and has absorbed all of the liquid. Allow to sit for 15 minutes before serving. Remove the thyme sprigs and Scotch bonnet pepper halves and serve.

BLACK BEAN AND MANGO RICE SALAD



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Season this Black Bean and Mango Rice Salad with lime juice, cumin and cilantro. This Caribbean-inspired mango rice salad offers a taste of the tropics.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 2h20m

Yield 8 servings, 2/3 cup each.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 env. GOOD SEASONS Italian Dressing Mix
1 can (15 oz.) black beans, drained, rinsed
1 pkg. (10 oz.) frozen corn, thawed
1-1/2 cups cooked brown rice
1 cup chopped ripe mangos
1/2 cup chopped red peppers
1/3 cup fresh cilantro
1/4 cup chopped red onions
1/4 cup lime juice
1/4 tsp. ground cumin

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients; cover.
  • Refrigerate at least 2 hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 140, Fat 1 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Sodium 370 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 5 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 5 g

SPICY CARIBBEAN BLACK BEANS AND RICE



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I love beans and rice --the carb lover coming out in me. Good as a main dish or side dish. This is a good one adapted from Cooking Light. Serving size: 1 3/4 c., 325 calories, 2.3 g fat, 62.2 g carb, 0 mg cholesterol.

Provided by ratherbeswimmin

Categories     Rice

Time 45m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 teaspoon olive oil
1 1/4 cups diced onions
3/4 cup finely chopped carrot
1 tablespoon bottled minced garlic (this is not a mistake)
2 cups cooked rice
2 tablespoons dry sherry
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon black pepper (to taste)
salt (to taste)
2 (15 ounce) cans black beans, rinsed and drained
2 bay leaves

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a big saucepan over medium heat.
  • Add the onion, carrot, and garlic; saute/stir for 10 minutes.
  • Add in the rice and the rest of the ingredients; cover, reduce heat and simmer 5 minutes or until thoroughly heated.
  • Discard the bay leaves.

CARIBBEAN-STYLE BLACK BEAN AND RICE SALAD



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Categories     Salad     Bean     Onion     Pepper     Rice     Low/No Sugar     Summer     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes 6 Servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 cup olive oil
1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon minced garlic
2 1/2 cups cooked long-grain white rice (about 1 cup raw), cooled
1 15-ounce can black beans, rinsed, drained
3/4 cup chopped red bell pepper
3/4 cup chopped yellow bell pepper
3/4 cup chopped green onions
Lettuce leaves (optional)

Steps:

  • Whisk oil, vinegar, mustard, cumin and garlic in medium bowl until well blended. Season dressing to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Combine rice, beans, peppers and onions in large bowl. Toss salad with enough dressing to moisten. Season with salt and pepper. (Can be made 6 hours ahead. Cover and refrigerate.)
  • Line large serving bowl with lettuce leaves, if desired. Spoon salad into bowl and serve.

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use freshly cooked black beans. If you're using canned beans, rinse them well before using.
  • Be sure to chop the vegetables into small pieces so that they're easy to eat in the salad.
  • If you don't have fresh cilantro, you can use dried cilantro instead. Just be sure to use half the amount, as dried cilantro is more concentrated.
  • Feel free to add other vegetables to the salad, such as diced tomatoes, bell peppers, or corn.
  • If you're making the salad ahead of time, be sure to store it in the refrigerator. It will keep for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

This Caribbean-style black bean and rice salad is a delicious and healthy dish that's perfect for a summer cookout or potluck. It's also a great way to use up leftover black beans and rice. With its vibrant colors and bold flavors, this salad is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.

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