Black Bean and Rice Salad

By krystallondon

This salad is easy to make and provides a healthy dose of protein and complex carbohydrates. It can be stored in the refrigerator for several days and is a great meal for a quick lunch.

Ingredients

• Dressing:
• 1 (15 oz) can black beans, drained
• 3 cups cooked brown rice
• 1/4 cup red onion, chopped finely
• 1/4 cup chopped celery
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 3 tablespoons chopped cilantro
• 1/4 cup orange juice
• 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• Salt and pepper to taste

Preparation

Step 1

1. Mix the dressing ingredients together in a glass jar and shake to mix well.

2. Combine the beans, rice, celery and onions in a bowl and add the dressing. Toss to mix well. Refrigerate to blend the flavours.

Nutritional analysis per serving
356.63 calories, 8.98 g fat (22% calories from fat), 11.98 g protein, 58.66 g carbohydrate, 0 mg cholesterol, 215.88 mg sodium