Easy Rice Salsa Salad

Bright, zesty, and effortlessly satisfying, this Easy Rice Salsa Salad is your go-to recipe for a vibrant, crowd-pleasing dish that comes together in just 20 minutes! Packed with fluffy cooked rice, juicy fresh tomatoes, crisp bell peppers, hearty black beans, and a fragrant touch of cilantro, it's a wholesome medley of textures and flavors. A tangy lime and salsa dressing, accented with ground cumin, ties everything together, while creamy avocado slices add a luscious finishing touch. Perfect for meal prep, summer potlucks, or a quick and healthy side, this rice salad is as versatile as it is delicious. Gluten-free and easily customizable, it’s a refreshing dish that’s ready to be enjoyed immediately or served chilled for peak flavor.

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 3 cups Cooked rice
• 2 medium Fresh tomatoes
• 0.5 medium Red onion
• 1 medium Bell pepper (any color)
• 1 cup Canned black beans
• 0.25 cup Fresh cilantro
• 2 tablespoons Lime juice
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 0.5 cup Salsa
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 large Avocado

Directions

Step 1

Cook the rice according to package instructions if it is not pre-cooked. Allow it to cool completely before assembling the salad.

Step 2

Dice the fresh tomatoes, red onion, and bell pepper into small uniform pieces. Transfer them to a large mixing bowl.

Step 3

Rinse and drain the black beans thoroughly and add them to the bowl with the vegetables.

Step 4

Finely chop the fresh cilantro and add it to the bowl.

Step 5

In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, salsa, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.

Step 6

Add the cooled cooked rice to the bowl with the vegetables and pour the dressing over the mixture.

Step 7

Gently toss all the ingredients together until evenly combined, taking care not to mash the rice.

Step 8

Slice the avocado just before serving and arrange it on top of the salad for a creamy finishing touch.

Step 9

Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for up to 2 hours to allow the flavors to meld.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1622.7 grams (1622.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1745

Total Fat 61.20g	78%
Saturated Fat 9.40g	47%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.70g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2687mg	117%
Total Carbohydrate 263.30g	96%
Dietary Fiber 43.30g	155%
Total Sugars 22.40g
Protein 42.30g	85%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 287mg	22%
Iron 16mg	89%
Potassium 3372mg	72%

*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: 31.1%

Protein: 9.5%

Carbs: 59.4%