Herbed Rice and Spicy Black Bean Salad

Delicious fresh herbs and a blend of peppers make this a fresh, light, and healthy dish that can be a side or a main course. My family loves this on warm summer nights.

• Preparation Time: 45 mins
• Total Time: 45 mins
• Calories: 185 Calories

Ingredients

• ½ teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme
• ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro
• 3 green onions, chopped
• ¼ cup red wine vinegar
• ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
• ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 (4 ounce) can chopped black olives
• 1 (14 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
• 2 cups cold, cooked white rice
• 2 celery stalks, finely chopped

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Make a seasoning by mixing together the basil, thyme, parsley, cilantro, salt, pepper, cayenne pepper, and garlic powder in a bowl.

Step 2

Gently mix together the rice, black beans, celery, olives, and green onions in a large bowl. Season the rice mixture with 1 teaspoon of the seasoning.

Step 3

Make a dressing by whisking the vinegar and olive oil with the seasoning; allow to rest for 10 minutes. Pour the dressing over the rice mixture; stir to combine.