Black Bean and Rice Salad

Bright, colorful, and packed with bold flavors, this Black Bean and Rice Salad is the ultimate crowd-pleaser for potlucks, barbecues, or quick weekday meals. Featuring fluffy white rice, protein-packed black beans, and a medley of fresh vegetables like bell peppers, cherry tomatoes, and sweet corn, this dish is as nourishing as it is delicious. A zesty dressing made with olive oil, freshly squeezed lime juice, and a hint of cumin ties it all together, while freshly chopped cilantro adds an herby finish. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, this vegetarian, gluten-free salad can be served chilled or at room temperature for effortless versatility. Perfect as a light meal or a vibrant side dish, this recipe will keep everyone coming back for seconds!

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups cooked white rice
• 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
• 1 medium green bell pepper, diced
• 0.5 medium red onion, finely chopped
• 1 cup corn kernels (fresh, canned, or frozen)
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 0.25 cup cilantro, chopped
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons lime juice (freshly squeezed)
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon kosher salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked white rice and drained black beans.

Step 2

Add the diced red bell pepper, green bell pepper, and finely chopped red onion to the bowl.

Step 3

Mix in the corn kernels and halved cherry tomatoes, stirring gently to combine the ingredients evenly.

Step 4

Sprinkle the chopped cilantro over the salad for a fresh, herbaceous flavor.

Step 5

In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, freshly squeezed lime juice, ground cumin, kosher salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.

Step 6

Pour the dressing over the salad and toss well to ensure the ingredients are evenly coated.

Step 7

Taste the salad and adjust seasoning if needed, adding more salt, lime juice, or pepper to your preference.

Step 8

Refrigerate the salad for at least 15 minutes to let the flavors meld together before serving.

Step 9

Serve chilled or at room temperature as a light lunch or side dish.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1293.4 grams (1293.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1422

Total Fat 48.40g	62%
Saturated Fat 7.50g	38%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.20g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1151mg	50%
Total Carbohydrate 213.40g	78%
Dietary Fiber 36.30g	130%
Total Sugars 21.10g
Protein 43.80g	88%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 268mg	21%
Iron 16mg	87%
Potassium 2294mg	49%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 29.7%

Protein: 12.0%

Carbs: 58.3%