Herbed Rice and Spicy Black Bean Salad

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Delicious fresh herbs and a blend of peppers make this a fresh, light, and healthy dish that can be a side or a main course. My family loves this on warm summer nights.

Submitted by Kelly Belli
Published on June 8, 2018
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Prep Time:
45 mins
Additional Time:
10 mins
Total Time:
55 mins
Servings:
8
Yield:
8 servings
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 8 servings

  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil

  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme

  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley

  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro

  • ½ teaspoon salt

  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper

  • ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper

  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder

  • 2 cups cold, cooked white rice

  • 1 (14 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained

  • 2 celery stalks, finely chopped

  • 1 (4 ounce) can chopped black olives

  • 3 green onions, chopped

  • ¼ cup red wine vinegar

  • ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil

Directions

  1. Make a seasoning by mixing together the basil, thyme, parsley, cilantro, salt, pepper, cayenne pepper, and garlic powder in a bowl.

  2. Gently mix together the rice, black beans, celery, olives, and green onions in a large bowl. Season the rice mixture with 1 teaspoon of the seasoning.

  3. Make a dressing by whisking the vinegar and olive oil with the seasoning; allow to rest for 10 minutes. Pour the dressing over the rice mixture; stir to combine.

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

185 Calories
9g Fat
22g Carbs
5g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 8
Calories 185
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 9g 11%
Saturated Fat 1g 7%
Sodium 477mg 21%
Total Carbohydrate 22g 8%
Dietary Fiber 5g 16%
Total Sugars 1g
Protein 5g 9%
Vitamin C 5mg 5%
Calcium 50mg 4%
Iron 2mg 12%
Potassium 258mg 5%

* 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.

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