Ingredients and Weight:
- 2 cups (400g) dry black beans, rinsed and sorted
- 1 cup (200g) uncooked white rice
- 1/2 cup (120ml) chopped red onion
- 1/2 cup (120ml) chopped green bell pepper
- 1/2 cup (120ml) chopped orange bell pepper
- 1/2 cup (120ml) chopped celery
- 1 (15-ounce) can (425g) corn, drained
- 1 (15-ounce) can (425g) black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1/4 cup (60ml) chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 lime, juiced
For the dressing:
- 1/4 cup (60ml) olive oil
- 2 tablespoons (30ml) red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon (5g) ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon (5g) chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon (2.5g) salt
- 1/4 teaspoon (1g) black pepper
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Preparation Method Steps:
- In a large pot, combine the black beans and 6 cups (1.5L) of water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 1 hour 30 minutes, or until the beans are tender and cooked through.
- While the beans are cooking, rinse the rice in a fine-mesh sieve until the water runs clear.
- In a medium saucepan, combine the rice and 2 cups (500ml) of water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 18 minutes, or until the rice is cooked through and tender.
- Fluff the rice with a fork and set aside to cool slightly.
- In a large bowl, combine the black beans, rice, red onion, green bell pepper, orange bell pepper, celery, corn, and cilantro.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.
- Squeeze the juice of half a lime over the salad and toss again.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for later.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 250
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 380mg
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 10g
- Sugar: 8g
- Protein: 10g
Dish Characteristics:
- Flavorful and tangy
- Colorful and visually appealing
- Hearty and filling
- Perfect for summer gatherings or potlucks
- Can be customized to your liking (add or remove ingredients as desired)
User Comments:
- "This salad is absolutely delicious! The flavors are so well-balanced and the texture is perfect."
- "I love how easy this salad is to make. It's perfect for a weeknight meal or a weekend barbecue."
- "This salad is a great way to use up leftover black beans and rice. It's healthy, delicious, and affordable."
- "I added some grilled chicken to this salad and it was fantastic!"
- "I love that this salad can be made ahead of time and served cold or at room temperature."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- If you don't have time to cook the beans from scratch, you can use canned black beans. Just be sure to rinse them well before using.
- If you can't find white rice, you can use brown rice instead. Just be aware that it will take longer to cook.
- To make this salad even more flavorful, you can add diced avocado or mango.
- If you want a spicier salad, you can add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the dressing.
