Best 5 Fiesta Rice And Bean Salad Recipes

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Fiesta rice and bean salad is a vibrant and flavorful dish that is perfect for any occasion. With its combination of colorful vegetables, hearty beans, and fluffy rice, this salad is a feast for the eyes and the taste buds. Whether you are looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a side dish to impress your guests, fiesta rice and bean salad is sure to be a hit. So grab your ingredients and get ready to whip up this delicious and satisfying salad.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

FIESTA RICE AND BEAN SALAD



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My entire family loves this salad-especially when I fix it with fresh-picked sweet corn. The summery ingredients and fragrant cilantro make it a good match for a barbecued main course. -Diane Lynch, Sugar Grove, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 40m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 package (6.2 ounces) fast-cooking long grain and wild rice mix
2 cups fresh or frozen corn
1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
1 bunch green onions, chopped
1 small sweet red pepper, chopped
1 small sweet orange pepper, chopped
1/2 cup minced fresh cilantro
1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained
1/2 cup reduced-fat Italian salad dressing
1 tablespoon lime juice
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Prepare rice mix according to package directions; cool. Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, bring 4 cups water to a boil. Add corn; cover and cook for 5-6 minutes or until tender. Drain corn and rinse in cold water., In a large bowl, combine the rice, corn, beans, onions, peppers, cilantro and olives. Combine the salad dressing, lime juice and pepper; drizzle over salad and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 155 calories, Fat 3g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 470mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 5g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

MEXICAN FIESTA RICE



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Make this tasty Mexican rice to serve a crowd. Our recipe is vegan but if everyone you're cooking for eats meat, some chopped bacon in with the onions works well

Provided by Tom Kerridge

Categories     Dinner, Main course, Side dish, Supper

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tbsp olive oil
1 onion , finely chopped
2 peppers (choose your favourite colours), finely chopped
4 garlic cloves , very finely chopped or crushed
1 tsp cumin seeds or ½ tsp ground cumin
1 tbsp tomato purée
small pinch of sweet smoked paprika
250g basmati rice
450ml hot vegetable stock (make sure it's vegan-friendly)
finely chopped coriander and sliced spring onions, to serve

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a large saucepan with a lid, then add the onion, pepper, garlic and cumin and sizzle gently for 8-10 mins until the vegetables are soft and golden. Stir in the tomato purée and smoked paprika and cook for 1 min, then stir in the rice.
  • Pour over the stock, then cover and bring to the boil. Stir quickly, then cover again and place on the lowest heat possible. Simmer for 10 mins. Turn off the heat and leave, covered, for a further 10 mins. If serving straightaway, stir through the coriander and spring onions; alternatively, leave the rice to cool, chill, then re-fry before serving and stir the coriander and spring onions through at the end.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 164 calories, Fat 3 grams fat, SaturatedFat 1 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 29 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 3 grams sugar, Fiber 2 grams fiber, Protein 4 grams protein, Sodium 0.2 milligram of sodium

FIESTA SIDE SALAD



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"Perfect for a buffet, picnic or potluck, this colorful side can be served at room temperature," says Michelle Chicoine of Missoula, Montana. "You'll want to make extra because the flavors only get better the second day!" TASTY TIP Toasting whole cumin seeds and then grinding them adds extra flavor to this salad. If you don't have whole cumin seeds, substitute 1/4 teaspoon of ground cumin-don't toast.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

2/3 cup uncooked long grain rice
2 cups frozen corn, thawed
1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
6 green onions, sliced
1/4 cup pickled jalapeno slices, chopped
1/4 cup canola oil
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
1 tablespoon lime juice
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon molasses
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds, toasted and ground

Steps:

  • Cook rice according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine the corn, beans, onions and jalapenos. In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the remaining ingredients; shake well., Stir rice into corn mixture. Add dressing and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 206 calories, Fat 8g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 273mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 5g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

FIESTA SALAD



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Make and share this Fiesta Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Shellbelle

Categories     < 15 Mins

Time 5m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 head lettuce
1 can ranch style bean
12 ounces shredded cheddar cheese
1 package Fritos corn chips, crushed
2 tomatoes, diced
1 bottle Catalina dressing

Steps:

  • Prepare lettuce as usual for salad.
  • Drain and rinse beans and add to lettuce.
  • Add shredded cheese, tomatoes, and salad dressing.
  • Chill for at least 4 hours.
  • Add crushed Fritos just before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 367.3, Fat 28.4, SaturatedFat 18, Cholesterol 89.3, Sodium 556.4, Carbohydrate 6, Fiber 1.9, Sugar 2.8, Protein 22.9

FIESTA BEAN SALAD



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Make and share this Fiesta Bean Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by lazyme

Categories     Black Beans

Time 20m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/4 cup olive oil
3 tablespoons lime juice
1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
1 teaspoon cumin
2 (15 ounce) cans black beans, rinsed and drained
2 red bell peppers, diced
1 1/2 cups corn, cooked
1 cup red onion, chopped
2 jalapenos, seeded and chopped
4 radishes, sliced (optional)

Steps:

  • In large bowl, whisk together oil and lime juice.
  • Add cilantro, cumin, salt and pepper to taste, mixing well.
  • Stir in beans, bell pepper, corn, onion, and jalapeno pepper.
  • Taste and adjust seasoning.
  • To serve, garnish with cilantro sprigs.
  • Serve at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 168.6, Fat 5.3, SaturatedFat 0.8, Sodium 5.6, Carbohydrate 25.1, Fiber 7.4, Sugar 2.2, Protein 7.4

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use fresh, ripe vegetables.
  • If you don't have fresh cilantro, you can use dried cilantro or parsley.
  • To make the salad ahead of time, cook the rice and beans according to the package directions and let them cool completely. Then, combine all of the ingredients in a large bowl and refrigerate for up to 2 days.
  • Serve the salad with your favorite toppings, such as shredded cheese, diced avocado, or sour cream.

Conclusion:

This fiesta rice and bean salad is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a potluck or picnic. It is also a great way to use up leftover rice and beans. The salad is packed with flavor and nutrients, and it can be customized to your liking. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal, give this fiesta rice and bean salad a try. You won't be disappointed!

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