Black Bean and Rice Salad
A refreshing salad made with fluffy rice and protein-packed black beans. Perfect for a quick and easy lunch or as a side dish at your next BBQ.
10m
Prep Time
10m
Cook Time
6
Servings
Ingredients
1 cup white rice
1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
1 red bell pepper, diced
1/4 red onion, diced
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
1/4 cup lime juice
2 tbsp olive oil
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
Step 1
Cook the rice according to package instructions.
Step 2
In a large bowl, combine the cooked rice, black beans, red bell pepper, red onion, and cilantro.
Step 3
In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.
Step 4
Pour the dressing over the rice and bean mixture, then toss to combine.
Step 5
Chill the salad in the refrigerator before serving.