CITRUS BLACK BEAN AND RICE SALAD

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I developed this salad from a couple of other recipes that weren't quite tangy enough for my family. The citrus flavor is a nice change of pace from most bean salads.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 40m

Yield 8-10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 24

MARINATED BEANS:
1/3 cup olive oil
2 to 3 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons lime juice
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley or cilantro
4 teaspoons brown mustard
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
VEGETABLE COMBO:
2 medium tomatoes, diced
1 small sweet red pepper, julienned
1/2 cup sliced celery
1/2 cup sliced green onions
ORANGE RICE:
1-1/4 cups uncooked converted rice
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 cup chicken broth
1/2 cup orange juice
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley or cilantro
1 tablespoon grated orange zest

Steps:

  • In a bowl, whisk together the first eight ingredients. Add beans; toss to coat. Cover and chill for at least 1 hour. Combine tomatoes, red pepper, celery and onions in another bowl; cover and chill., Meanwhile, in a skillet over high heat, saute rice in oil until golden brown, about 3 minutes. Add broth, juice, salt and pepper; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 20 minutes or until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed. Place in large bowl; add parsley and orange zest. , Cover and chill for at least 30 minutes. When read to serve, combine beans, vegetables and rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 217 calories, Fat 9g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 330mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

Raeesa Jibran
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I love the bright and zesty flavor of this salad. It's a great way to wake up your taste buds.


Azeddin Fahim Badi
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover grilled chicken or shrimp. It's a quick and easy weeknight meal.


Simphiwe Mamba
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I love the creamy avocado in this salad. It adds a richness and depth of flavor.


Hossain Almilon
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This salad is a great source of fiber and protein. It's a filling and satisfying meal.


Juan Reyna
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This salad is a great way to get your kids to eat their fruits and vegetables. The sweet citrus dressing makes it a hit with kids of all ages.


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I love that this salad is gluten-free and vegan. It's a great option for people with dietary restrictions.


Benito Chidubem
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This salad is a great make-ahead meal. It's perfect for busy weeknights.


Tilak Sampang
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I love the pop of color that the citrus adds to this salad. It's a great way to brighten up a winter meal.


Mohamed Muflih
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover rice and black beans. It's also a good way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables.


Anupa Chaudhary
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Overall, I thought this salad was just okay. I wouldn't go out of my way to make it again.


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This salad was a bit too salty for my taste. I think I would have used less salt in the dressing.


Lochie McClay
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I found this salad to be a bit bland. I think it could have used more seasoning.


Nayyer Abbas
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This salad was a bit too tart for my taste. I think I would have preferred a sweeter dressing.


Sania Rai
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I made this salad for a picnic and it was a big hit. Everyone loved the bright and citrusy flavor. I'll definitely be making this again.


Angela Kunzler
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This salad was easy to make and packed with flavor. I love the combination of citrus, black beans, and rice. It's a great healthy lunch or dinner option.


Faheem Zafar
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I'm not usually a fan of black bean salads, but this one was really good. The citrus dressing was the perfect balance of sweet and sour, and the avocado added a creamy richness. I'll definitely be making this again.


Charles Ankomah
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This salad was a hit at my last potluck! The citrus dressing was tangy and refreshing, and the black beans and rice added a nice heartiness. I'll definitely be making this again.