Southwest Rice Salad
This tasty Southwest Rice Salad is made with a winning combination of brown and wild rice, black beans, tomatoes and green chilies, all garnished with fresh chopped cilantro.
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Ingredients
- 2 cups Minute® Ready to Serve Brown & Wild Rice
- 1 can (15.5 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (10 oz) diced tomatoes and green chilies, drained
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro leaves (optional)
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Instructions
This Southwest Rice Salad with black beans and Minute® Ready to Serve Brown & Wild Rice will be the dish to beat at your next BBQ with family and friends.
Step 1
Heat rice according to package directions.
Step 2
Combine all ingredients in a medium-sized bowl.
Step 3
Top with cilantro, if using.
Recipe Tips
To bump up the flavor in this rice salad, mix 1 tablespoon of olive oil with the juice of half a lime. Season the dressing with salt and pepper and pour over the salad.
For additional flavor, you can also add a pinch of cumin and garlic powder to this salad, if desired.
Switch up the flavor and texture here with some fun mix-ins, such as canned corn, sliced avocado or crushed tortilla chips.
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Winning Combination
Rice and beans are always a winning combination, and this recipe is no exception! Here, we’ve combined black beans with brown and wild rice for an exceptional flavor combination. Not to mention, thanks to our microwavable Minute® Ready to Serve Brown & Wild Rice, this dish couldn’t be easier to make. Simply toss the rice cup in the microwave for 1 minute and you’re ready to add the black beans, tomatoes and green chilies, and chopped, fresh cilantro.
Keep a few varieties of Minute® Ready to Serve Rice on hand and you’ll always be ready when hunger strikes and you need a quick meal.
Something for Everyone
Whether or not you’re a fan of southwest-style cooking, this is definitely a recipe to jot down and keep handy. Ready in under 5 minutes it’s the perfect side dish to bring to your next Meatless Monday party, family barbecue or potluck dinner. It’s also made with only 4 ingredients, is vegan, vegetarian and great for those looking for plant-based protein options.
If you’re entertaining, we can help! Bring some Tex-Mex flavors to the table by serving this simple side salad with Easy Chicken and Rice Tacos with these red beans recipe as a topping.
Need a new dinner idea? Try our: eggplant rice.
