CAJUN RED BEANS AND RICE SALAD

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Categories     Salad     Bean     Rice     Quick & Easy     Thyme     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 1/2 cups water
3/4 cup long-grain rice
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 large fresh thyme sprigs, divided, plus 1 tablespoon chopped
1 15 1/2-ounce can red beans or kidney beans, drained, rinsed
1 cup chopped red bell pepper
2/3 cup sliced green onions
1/3 cup olive oil
3 tablespoons white wine vinegar
5 teaspoons Cajun seasoning blend

Steps:

  • Bring 1 1/2 cups water to boil in small saucepan. Stir in rice, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1 thyme sprig; return to boil. Reduce heat to low; cover and cook until liquid is absorbed and rice is tender, about 20 minutes.
  • Transfer rice to large bowl; remove thyme sprig. Cool 5 minutes.
  • Stir beans, bell pepper, and green onions into rice. Add oil, vinegar, Cajun seasoning, and 1 tablespoon chopped thyme; mix well. Season salad to taste with salt and pepper. Garnish with remaining thyme sprig and serve.

ALIRAZA JUTT
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I love this salad because it's so versatile. You can add or remove ingredients to suit your own taste. I like to add a little bit of chopped jalapeño for a bit of spice.


Free Copright music and Songs
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover red beans and rice. It's also a great dish to make ahead of time. I like to make a big batch on the weekend, and then I have lunch or dinner ready to go all week long.


Ken Bwalya
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's so easy to make, and it's absolutely delicious. I've made it several times now, and it's always a hit with my friends and family.


mmm Jjj
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I made this salad for dinner last night, and it was a huge success. My whole family loved it, even my picky kids. I will definitely be making this again soon.


Md. Oly ahommed
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This salad is delicious! I followed the recipe exactly, and it turned out perfect. I served it at a party, and everyone loved it. Thanks for sharing!


Md Rezaul Haque
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I've made this salad several times now, and it's always a hit. I love the way the flavors all come together. It's the perfect dish for a summer potluck or picnic.


Chavone Brockenberry
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This salad is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love the sweet and tangy dressing, and they don't even realize they're eating healthy.


Irich Admissions
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I love this salad because it's so versatile. You can add or remove ingredients to suit your own taste. I like to add a little bit of chopped jalapeño for a bit of spice.


Khurram Arain
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover red beans and rice. It's also a great dish to make ahead of time. I like to make a big batch on the weekend, and then I have lunch or dinner ready to go all week long.


Mohamed Nilam
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's so easy to make, and it's absolutely delicious. I've made it several times now, and it's always a hit with my friends and family.


TALHA YAQOOB
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This salad is amazing! I've made it several times now, and it's always a hit. I love the way the flavors all come together. It's the perfect dish for a summer potluck or picnic.


Innocent Chanda
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I made this salad for dinner last night, and it was a huge success. My whole family loved it, even my picky kids. I will definitely be making this again soon.


nathan dunigan
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This salad was delicious! I followed the recipe exactly, and it turned out perfect. I served it at a party, and everyone loved it. Thanks for sharing!


Carla Martinez
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I'm not usually a fan of red beans and rice, but this salad changed my mind. The dressing was tangy and flavorful, and the beans and rice were perfectly cooked. I'll definitely be making this again!


Busisiwe Hlongwane
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This Cajun red beans and rice salad was a hit at my last potluck! I loved the combination of flavors and textures, and it was so easy to make. I'll definitely be making this again.