Black Bean and Brown Rice Salad

4 from 1 vote

A nutritious salad that spotlights the classic rice-bean combo!

 

4 from 1 vote

Black Bean and Brown Rice Salad

You can't go wrong with this salad and its whole ingredients and flavorful taste.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Yield 6 people
Serving Size 1 cup
Course Dinner, Salad
Cuisine Universal
Author SkinnyMs.

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups black beans home-cooked or 1 (15-ounce) can black beans, drain and rinse
  • 3 cups brown rice cooked to package directions, cooled (optional quinoa)
  • 1 1/2 cups zucchini raw, finely grated
  • 1/4 cup cilantro freshly chopped
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • kosher or sea salt to taste
  • 2 garlic cloves chopped
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 cup red onion diced
  • 1/2 cup parmesan cheese grated

Instructions

  • Mix all ingredients together in a large mixing bowl, and serve.

Nutrition Information

Serving: 1cup | Calories: 292kcal | Carbohydrates: 46g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 9mg | Sodium: 163mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 3g |
SmartPoints (Freestyle): 9
Keywords Diabetic-Friendly, Gluten-Free, Quick and Easy, Vegetarian

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