Best 7 Rice Black Bean Feta Salad Recipes

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Welcome to a culinary journey towards a delectable "Rice Black Bean Feta Salad!" Get ready to relish a colorful, wholesome, and flavorful fiesta in your mouth. This vibrant salad combines the goodness of fluffy rice, tender black beans, tangy feta cheese, refreshing vegetables, and an exquisite dressing that ties all the elements together. Prepare to embark on a culinary adventure that promises to tantalize your taste buds with every bite.

Let's cook with our recipes!

BLACK BEAN AND RICE SALAD



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This dish is summery and lower in fat than many, yet it's surprisingly filling. It's also simple to prepare and uses common ingredients.

Provided by STACEYALISHA

Categories     Salad     Beans     Black Bean Salad Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 tomatoes, chopped
1 large red bell pepper, chopped
2 jalapeno peppers, minced
¾ cup lemon juice
1 ¼ teaspoons dried cilantro
¼ teaspoon dried basil
⅛ teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 (15 ounce) can whole kernel corn; drain and reserve liquid
1 (15 ounce) can black beans; drain and reserve liquid
1 tablespoon olive oil
½ cup chopped onion
½ teaspoon minced garlic
1 ½ cups instant brown rice
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine tomatoes, red bell pepper, jalapeno pepper, lemon juice, cilantro, basil, red pepper flakes, corn, and beans. Stir to combine the vegetables, then set aside.
  • In a medium saucepan, heat olive oil at a medium-low heat. Add onions and saute until they are translucent. Add garlic and saute for another minute. Pour in rice and toss to coat. Add reserved liquid from the corn and beans, along with any additional liquid as directed on the rice box. Cook the rice to package specifications. Let the rice cool slightly.
  • Combine the rice and vegetable mixture. Salt and pepper to taste and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 139.8 calories, Carbohydrate 28 g, Fat 2.8 g, Fiber 3.1 g, Protein 3.5 g, SaturatedFat 0.4 g, Sodium 162 mg, Sugar 4.4 g

THREE BEAN SALAD WITH FETA CHEESE



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I had been looking for a bean salad recipe but couldn't find one that really stood out to me. I decided to make one myself. It turned out so well, all of my friends ask for the recipe!

Provided by MICAHGIBSON

Categories     Salad     Beans     Three Bean Salad Recipes

Time 2h30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 (15 ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
1 (15 ounce) can red kidney beans, drained and rinsed
1 (14.5 ounce) can great northern beans, rinsed and drained
1 (10 ounce) can diced tomatoes with green chile peppers (such as RO*TEL®)
½ cup crumbled feta cheese
¼ cup grated red onion
½ teaspoon Greek seasoning
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ cup extra-virgin olive oil
¼ cup balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons honey mustard
1 dash Worcestershire sauce

Steps:

  • Mix black beans, kidney beans, great northern beans, diced tomatoes with green chile peppers, feta cheese, red onion, Greek seasoning, and garlic powder in a bowl.
  • Whisk olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey mustard, and Worcestershire sauce in a separate bowl; pour over bean mixture. Toss to coat. Refrigerate for about 2 hours for best flavor.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 322.9 calories, Carbohydrate 32.8 g, Cholesterol 8.5 mg, Fat 16.9 g, Fiber 9.9 g, Protein 11.6 g, SaturatedFat 3.5 g, Sodium 627 mg, Sugar 3 g

BLACK BEAN AND RICE SALAD



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Provided by Tracey Seaman

Categories     Salad     Bean     Onion     Pepper     Kid-Friendly     Quick & Easy     Back to School     Lunch     Corn     Fall     Healthy     Vegan     Brown Rice     Sugar Conscious     Small Plates

Yield Makes 6 cups

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup long grain brown rice
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 Cubanelle chile or Italian frying pepper, trimmed and cut in 1/3-inch dice
1 medium red onion, finely chopped
3 garlic cloves, smashed, peeled and minced
2 cups freshly cut white corn kernels (from 2 ears) or 1 box (10 ounces) frozen corn, thawed
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 15-ounce can black beans, rinsed well and drained
1 tablespoon distilled white vinegar
Freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Bring a medium saucepan of salted water to a boil. Add the rice and cook, stirring occasionally, just until tender, about 25 minutes. Drain and rinse well with cold water until cool. Transfer to a large bowl.
  • Heat 2 tablespoons of the oil in the same saucepan over medium heat until hot. Add the chile, onion and garlic and stir until slightly softened, about 3 minutes. Add the corn and salt and cook, stirring, just until heated through, about 1 minute. Transfer the vegetables to the bowl with the rice and toss to mix.
  • Add the beans, the remaining 2 tablespoons oil and the vinegar and toss well. Season with plenty of pepper and toss again.

RICE, BLACK BEAN & FETA SALAD



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Make and share this Rice, Black Bean & Feta Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by TishT

Categories     Rice

Time 20m

Yield 5 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed,drained
1 1/2 cups chopped tomatoes
1 1/2 cups cooked rice
1 (3 1/2 ounce) package crumbled reduced fat feta cheese
1/2 cup celery, chopped
1/2 cup green onion, chopped
1/2 cup Italian dressing
2 tablespoons fresh cilantro or 2 tablespoons parsley, chopped

Steps:

  • Mix all ingredients.
  • Refrigerate.
  • Serve.

BLACK BEAN, RICE, AND FETA



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Make and share this Black Bean, Rice, and Feta recipe from Food.com.

Provided by kea2101

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (15 ounce) can black beans
1 1/2 cups chopped tomatoes
1 1/2 cups cooked rice
1 (3 1/2 ounce) package feta cheese
1/2 cup chopped celery
1/2 cup chopped green onion
1/2 cup Italian dressing (Ken's 3 Cheese is wonderful with it!)
2 tablespoons chopped cilantro or 2 tablespoons parsley

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients and eat warm or refrigerate.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 403.9, Fat 14.8, SaturatedFat 5.5, Cholesterol 23.4, Sodium 796.1, Carbohydrate 53.2, Fiber 10.8, Sugar 5.8, Protein 15.8

FLAVORFUL RICE SALAD



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"I started with a basic bean, rice and onion medley and added veggies and a lighter dressing to make it healthier. You can substitute brown rice for the long grain if you like." -Kim Cook, Dade City, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
1-1/2 cups cold cooked long grain rice
1-1/2 cups chopped fresh tomatoes (about 4 medium)
4 green onions, chopped
1 celery rib, chopped
1/2 cup chopped fresh spinach
2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro
1/2 cup fat-free Italian salad dressing
1 cup (4 ounces) crumbled feta cheese

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the beans, rice, tomatoes, onions, celery, spinach and cilantro. Drizzle with dressing; toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour., Just before serving, sprinkle with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 181 calories, Fat 3g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 11mg cholesterol, Sodium 617mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 9g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

FETA GARBANZO BEAN SALAD



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This super quick garbanzo bean salad is a hit with my crowd. If there are any leftovers, which rarely happens, I pile them into pitas for lunches the next day! You can also add grilled chicken or steak to turn it into a hearty main-dish salad.-Judy Doepel, Ballston Lake, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 can (15 ounces) garbanzo beans or chickpeas, rinsed and drained
1-1/2 cups coarsely chopped English cucumber (about 1/2 medium)
1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained
1 medium tomato, seeded and chopped
1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
5 cups torn mixed salad greens
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese

Steps:

  • Place the first 11 ingredients in a large bowl; toss to combine. Sprinkle with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 268 calories, Fat 16g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 586mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 9g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Tips:

  • Use canned or cooked black beans: To save time, use canned or cooked black beans instead of dried beans. If using canned beans, rinse them well before using.
  • Chop the vegetables evenly: This will help them cook evenly and look more appealing in the salad.
  • Use a good quality feta cheese: A good quality feta cheese will have a creamy texture and a tangy flavor. Look for feta cheese that is made with sheep's milk or a blend of sheep's milk and cow's milk.
  • Make the dressing ahead of time: The dressing can be made up to 2 days ahead of time. Store it in a covered container in the refrigerator.
  • Serve the salad immediately: The salad is best served immediately after it is made. However, it can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.

Conclusion:

This rice black bean feta salad is a delicious and healthy salad that is perfect for a summer cookout or potluck. It is also a great way to use up leftover rice and black beans. The salad is packed with flavor and texture, and the dressing is light and tangy. If you are looking for a new salad to try, this is the one for you!

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