BLACK BEAN AND RICE SALAD

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Categories     Salad     Bean     Herb     Pepper     Rice     Side     Summer     Bon Appétit     Sugar Conscious

Yield Serves 12

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 14 1/2-ounce cans chicken broth
1/2 cup water
1 1-pound package long-grain rice
2 bay leaves
2 15-ounce cans black beans, drained, rinsed
2 red bell peppers, diced
1 green bell pepper, diced
1 medium red onion, diced
1 medium bunch fresh cilantro, chopped
1/2 cup olive oil
3 tablespoons orange juice
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon chili powder
Lettuce leaves
Fresh cilantro sprigs

Steps:

  • Bring chicken broth and water to boil in heavy large saucepan. Add rice and bay leaves. Bring to boil. Reduce heat to low, cover and cook until liquid is absorbed, about 20 minutes.
  • Transfer rice to large bowl and fluff with fork. Mix in black beans, bell peppers, red onion, chopped cilantro, oil, orange juice, vinegar, cumin and chili powder. Season salad to taste with salt and pepper. (Can be prepared 1 day ahead. Cover and refrigerate.) Line platter with lettuce leaves. Mound salad on platter. Garnish with fresh cilantro sprigs and serve.

Amatsai Glory
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This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables. It's also a good source of protein and fiber. I love the fact that it's so versatile. You can add or remove ingredients to suit your own taste.


Ernest Smith
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I'm not a big fan of black beans, but I decided to give this salad a try. I'm glad I did! The salad was very flavorful and the black beans were not overpowering. The lime dressing was also very good. I will definitely be making this salad again.


Ashik Prondha
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover black beans and rice. It's also a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables. The lime dressing is a great way to brighten up the flavors. I will definitely be making this salad again.


Maarij Shoaib
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I love this salad! It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family and friends. The lime dressing is so tasty and the black beans and rice add a nice protein boost. I always make a double batch because it goes so quickly.


Warren Chumbley
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This salad is so refreshing and flavorful. The black beans and rice give it a nice hearty texture, and the lime dressing is the perfect finishing touch. I will definitely be making this salad again.


Captain Crispy
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I'm always looking for new and healthy salad recipes, and this one definitely fits the bill. The black beans and rice add a lot of substance, and the lime dressing is a great way to brighten up the flavors. I will definitely be making this salad agai


Willston September
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This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables. It's also a good source of protein and fiber. I love the fact that it's so versatile. You can add or remove ingredients to suit your own taste.


Leah Dennehy
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I made this salad for a picnic and it was a big hit! Everyone loved the flavors and the lime dressing was a perfect complement to the salad. I will definitely be making this salad again.


Mieta John
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This salad is so easy to make and it's always a hit with my guests. I love the combination of the black beans, corn, tomatoes, and cilantro. The lime dressing is also very tasty. I usually double the recipe because it goes so quickly.


Dark Desire
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I'm not a big fan of black beans, but I decided to give this salad a try anyway. I'm glad I did! The salad was very flavorful and the black beans were not overpowering. The lime dressing was also very good. I will definitely be making this salad agai


Brenda Khaudi
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover black beans and rice. I had some leftover black beans and rice from a previous meal, and I was looking for a way to use them up. This salad was the perfect solution! It was easy to make and very tasty. I w


muhammed maimuna
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I made this salad for my family and they loved it! The flavors are so fresh and summery. I especially loved the addition of the avocado, which added a creamy texture and richness to the salad. I will definitely be making this salad again soon.


Taha Bhai
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This black bean and rice salad is a delicious and healthy meal that is perfect for a summer cookout or potluck. The flavors of the black beans, corn, tomatoes, and cilantro are perfectly balanced, and the lime dressing adds a refreshing touch. I will


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