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  1. In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, honey, cumin, chile powder, and cayenne, if using. Set aside.
  2. In a large bowl, stir together the beans, rice, and corn. Next, stir in the onion, red peppers, and cilantro.
  3. Drizzle lime-honey-spice mixture over ingredients in the large bowl. Stir to coat evenly, and add salt and pepper to taste.
  4. Add tomatoes and avocados last, folding in gently so as to not crush them.
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Grain: 
Rice [1]
Ingredients: 

2 cans black beans, well rinsed and drained

4 cups of cooked and cooled brown rice

1 can of corn, drained, or 12 oz bag of frozen corn, thawed

1 small jar roasted red peppers, chopped (fire roasted are nice)

1 red onion, minced

3 cups chopped fresh tomatoes

2 ripe avocados, peeled and chopped

1 bunch fresh cilantro, stems removed, leaves chopped

¾ cup lime juice (from about 4-5 limes)

2 tablespoons honey

1 teaspoon ground cumin

½ teaspoon chile powder

Dash of cayenne (optional)   

Salt and pepper, to taste

Active time: 
15 minutes
Yield: 
8 Servings
Nutrition: 
Calories: 318, Fat: 7 g, Saturated Fat: 1 g, Sodium: 443 grams + salt to taste, Carbohydrates: 57 g, Fiber: 12. 5 g, Protein: 10.5 g
Author: 

An Oldways recipe.

Diet: 
Vegetarian & Vegan Diet
Recipe tags: 
Quick & Easy
Course: 
Salads
Meal: 
Lunch
Dietary choice: 
Vegan Gluten-free
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Description: 

This protein-packed salad keeps in the refrigerator for 2-3 days. It’s good as a meal or as a side dish. Best if made a couple hours ahead so that flavors can blend. The lime juice keeps the avocado from turning brown. Buen Provecho!


Source URL: https://wholegrainscouncil.org/recipes/sarita-fionnas-corn-bean-rice-salad

Links
[1] https://wholegrainscouncil.org/grain/rice