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Rice and Bean Salad

Nutrition Information
Calories: 170
Total Fat: 0.5g
Saturated Fat: 0g
Trans Fat: 0g
Cholesterol: 0mg
Sodium: 165mg
Carbohydrates: 36g
Dietary Fiber: 4g
Sugars: 7g
Protein: 5.5g
Vitamin A: 2828iu (56%)
Vitamin C: 31.8mg (53%)
Calcium: 36mg (3%)
Iron: 1.5mg (8%)

Yield: Serves 8. Each serving: 1 cup.

Beans and rice are tossed with tropical fruits and jalapeno for a zesty refreshing salad.

3 cups cooked brown rice
1-1/2 cups cooked or canned black beans, rinsed and drained
1 mango, diced
1 ripe tomato, diced
1/2 jalapeno, seeded & diced
1 green bell pepper, diced
1/4 cup red onion, diced
6 cups shredded romaine lettuce

Dressing:
2 Tbsp orange juice
1 tsp olive or vegetable oil
4 Tbsp red wine vinegar
1 tsp chopped cilantro or parsley

Prepare rice according to package directions. Allow to cool in shallow pan while you prepare the rest of the ingredients.

Combine the dressing ingredients in a large salad bowl. Add the rice and chopped vegetables and fruit. Toss together and serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to serve, up to 6 hours.

Total Preparation & Cooking Time: 40 min. (10 Prep, 30 Cook)

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