Best 9 Southwest Black Bean And Wild Rice Salad Recipes

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Southwest black bean and wild rice salad is a wholesome, flavorful dish that combines the bold flavors of the Southwest with the nutty taste of wild rice. This salad is a great option for a light lunch or dinner, and it's also perfect for potlucks and picnics, as it travels well and can be served warm or cold. With its colorful combination of black beans, wild rice, corn, tomatoes, and bell peppers, this salad is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.

Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!

SOUTHWEST BLACK BEAN AND WILD RICE SALAD



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Categories     Salad     Side     Lettuce

Yield 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

11/2 c cooked and drained bl beans
1 head romaine and red leaf
1 bunch green onions
1 cucumber, peeled seeded and sliced
2 tomatoes chopped
2 avocados chopped
2 cups blue-corn chips broken
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
2 cups shredded pepper jack cheese
1 tsp chili powder
1 tsp ground cumin
1 tsp ground red pepper
1 tsp garlic powder
¾ cup cooked wild rice
French dressing

Steps:

  • Mix beans, lettuces, onions, cucumber, tomato. avocado, chips and cheeses in a large bowl. Combine the seasonings and the wild rice in a separate bowl, mix well. Add to the black bean mixture and mix well. Moisten with French dressing, toss until combined. Serve immediately.

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

SOUTHWESTERN RICE SALAD



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This meatless salad makes a robust side dish, filling lunch or satisfying snack. Try spooning some into low-fat tortillas for a main course. If you're counting fat grams, it's also tasty without the olives.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 7 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 cups cooked long grain rice, cooled
1 cup cooked wild rice, cooled
1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1-1/2 cups frozen corn, thawed
1/2 cup diced red onion
1/2 cup diced green pepper
1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained
1-1/2 cups chunky salsa
1/2 cup reduced-fat Italian salad dressing
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first seven ingredients. In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine salsa, salad dressing, cumin and salt; shake well. , Pour over rice mixture and stir to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 236 calories, Fat 4g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 642mg sodium, Carbohydrate 41g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 8g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SOUTHWESTERN RICE AND BEAN SALAD



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This salad has a definite Mexican influence with the beans and picante sauce. I've made it for many get-togethers, and it's been well-received.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 8-10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cups cold cooked long grain rice
1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (8-3/4 ounces) whole kernel corn, drained
1/2 cup sliced green onions with tops
1/2 cup picante sauce
1/4 cup prepared Italian salad dressing
1 teaspoon ground cumin

Steps:

  • Combine all of the ingredients in a large salad bowl. Cover and refrigerate for 2-3 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 126 calories, Fat 3g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 295mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

SOUTHWESTERN RICE SALAD



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Who knew a cold rice salad could be so flavorful? It is when you toss it with a Southwestern-style mix of beans, corn and salsa.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 1h15m

Yield Makes 16 servings, about 3/4 cup each.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pkg. (14 oz.) instant white rice
1 can (15 oz.) black beans, drained, rinsed
1 cup corn
1 medium red pepper, chopped
3 green onions, sliced
1 cup KRAFT Italian Dressing
1 cup TACO BELL® Thick & Chunky Salsa
1 cup lightly crushed tortilla chips

Steps:

  • Prepare rice as directed on package. Place in large bowl; cool.
  • Add beans, corn, peppers, onions, dressing and salsa; mix lightly. Cover and refrigerate at least 1 hour or until ready to serve.
  • Top with crushed chips just before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 210, Fat 7 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Sodium 250 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 5 g

WILD RICE AND BEAN SALAD



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Nutty, chewy wild rice goes perfectly with creamy Northern beans, here blended together with celery and herbs and a simple vinaigrette.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 20m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 (10-oz.) pkg. frozen cooked wild rice, thawed, or 2 cups cooked wild rice
1 (15.8-oz.) can great northern beans, drained, rinsed
1 (15-oz.) can black beans, drained, rinsed
1 (4.5-oz.) can Old El Paso™ Chopped Green Chiles
1/2 cup sliced celery (1 medium stalk)
1/3 cup chopped onion (1 small)
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1/4 cup olive oil
1/4 cup vinegar
1 teaspoon dry mustard
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2 garlic cloves, minced

Steps:

  • In large bowl, combine all salad ingredients; stir gently to combine.
  • In small bowl, combine all dressing ingredients; mix well.
  • Pour dressing over salad; toss gently to coat. Serve immediately, or cover and refrigerate until serving time.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 185, Carbohydrate 30 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 6 g, Protein 9 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1/2 Cup, Sodium 440 mg, Sugar 3 g

SOUTHWEST RICE SALAD



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This healthy salad has lots of taste and eye appeal. Add more or less jalapenos to suit your own heat preference. Most people like it this way and I serve some hot sauce on the side for the heat lovers.

Provided by Geema

Categories     Rice

Time 35m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 cups cooked rice
1 (16 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
1 (12 ounce) can white corn, drained
1 bunch green onion, chopped
1/3 cup canola oil
1/4 cup fresh squeezed lime juice (3-4 limes)
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
1 tablespoon packed brown sugar
2 -3 pickled jalapeno peppers, seeded and chopped
2 teaspoons chili powder
2 teaspoons ground cumin
salt
1 bunch fresh cilantro, chopped
1 ripe tomatoes, chopped

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the rice, beans, corn and onions.
  • Toss to mix.
  • In a food processor, blend remaining ingredients, except the cilantro and tomatoes, until the peppers are finely minced.
  • Pour the dressing over the rice mixture and mix well.
  • Garnish with the cilantro and chopped tomatoes.
  • This salad can be made 1-2 days in advance and served either cold or room temperature.

MIXED BEAN & WILD RICE SALAD



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Reach into your storecupboard for pulses and sweetcorn to form the base for this simple side with hot, sweet dressing

Provided by Good Food team

Categories     Lunch, Side dish

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 9

375g rice mix, we used brown basmati & wild rice
2 x 400g cans mixed beans , drained and rinsed
340g can sweetcorn , drained
1 small red onion , finely sliced
2 red peppers , deseeded and diced
zest and juice 1 lime
2 tsp honey
1 red chilli , deseeded and finely sliced
small bunch coriander , leaves picked

Steps:

  • Cook rice following pack instructions. Once cooked, rinse under cold water to cool down. Once cold combine in a bowl with the beans, sweetcorn, onion and red peppers.
  • Mix the lime zest and juice, honey and chilli. Pour over the rice mixture and mix well, then season to taste. Stir through the coriander leaves just before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 367 calories, Fat 2 grams fat, Carbohydrate 74 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 11 grams sugar, Fiber 8 grams fiber, Protein 12 grams protein, Sodium 1.2 milligram of sodium

SOUTHWEST BLACK BEAN, CORN AND RICE SALAD



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So many great things about this dish - it's an easy mix some stuff together kind of recipe, it's vegan and healthy, it's delicious, and it doesn't really require cooking if you get the kind of rice you can just microwave. Oh and it's versatile too. You can switch up the grains (I used a combination or brown rice and barley), add avocado if you like, use it as a side or a main dish, in tacos or burritos, whatever you want. The recipe makes 2-3 side dish servings but it can easily be doubled for a 4-5 person dinner or for a party.

Provided by dishedanddressed

Categories     Mexican

Time 10m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 teaspoons cumin
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon dried chipotle powder (optional)
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1/2 cup vegetable broth
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
4 cups cooked brown rice
1 1/2 cups cooked black beans (1 can, drained)
1 1/2 cups frozen corn, thawed
1/2 cup chopped green onion
1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1 teaspoon salt and pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Mix spices, oil, broth and vinegar in a large bowl.
  • Add remaining ingredients and stir until everything is combined and mixed with the dressing. This is best if left to chill in the refridgerator 1-2 hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 287.5, Fat 6.4, SaturatedFat 0.9, Sodium 14.3, Carbohydrate 50.6, Fiber 7.6, Sugar 0.2, Protein 8.4

Tips:

  • Use fresh ingredients whenever possible. This will give your salad the best flavor and texture.
  • Don't overcook the wild rice. It should be tender but still have a little bit of a bite to it.
  • Be generous with the dressing. This salad is best when it's well-coated in dressing.
  • Let the salad chill for at least 30 minutes before serving. This will allow the flavors to meld together.
  • Serve the salad with a variety of toppings. Some popular options include avocado, cilantro, sour cream, and salsa.

Conclusion:

This Southwest Black Bean and Wild Rice Salad is a delicious and healthy meal that's perfect for lunch or dinner. It's packed with protein, fiber, and vitamins, and it's also low in calories and fat. Plus, it's easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So next time you're looking for a healthy and satisfying salad, give this one a try!

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