Black Bean and Rice Salad
Bright, colorful, and packed with bold flavors, this Black Bean and Rice Salad is the ultimate crowd-pleaser for potlucks, barbecues, or quick weekday meals. Featuring fluffy white rice, protein-packed black beans, and a medley of fresh vegetables like bell peppers, cherry tomatoes, and sweet corn, this dish is as nourishing as it is delicious. A zesty dressing made with olive oil, freshly squeezed lime juice, and a hint of cumin ties it all together, while freshly chopped cilantro adds an herby finish. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, this vegetarian, gluten-free salad can be served chilled or at room temperature for effortless versatility. Perfect as a light meal or a vibrant side dish, this recipe will keep everyone coming back for seconds!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked white rice
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
- 1 medium green bell pepper, diced
- 0.5 medium red onion, finely chopped
- 1 cup corn kernels (fresh, canned, or frozen)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 0.25 cup cilantro, chopped
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon kosher salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked white rice and drained black beans.
Add the diced red bell pepper, green bell pepper, and finely chopped red onion to the bowl.
Mix in the corn kernels and halved cherry tomatoes, stirring gently to combine the ingredients evenly.
Sprinkle the chopped cilantro over the salad for a fresh, herbaceous flavor.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, freshly squeezed lime juice, ground cumin, kosher salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss well to ensure the ingredients are evenly coated.
Taste the salad and adjust seasoning if needed, adding more salt, lime juice, or pepper to your preference.
Refrigerate the salad for at least 15 minutes to let the flavors meld together before serving.
Serve chilled or at room temperature as a light lunch or side dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1422 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 48.4 g | 62% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.5 g | 38% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1151 mg | 50% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 213.4 g | 78% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 36.3 g | 130% | |
| Total Sugars | 21.1 g | ||
| Protein | 43.8 g | 88% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 268 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 15.7 mg | 87% | |
| Potassium | 2294 mg | 49% | |
*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.
