Southwestern Rice and Bean Salad

Southwestern Rice and Bean Salad

Ingredients

2 Tbs. of extra virgin olive oil
2 Tbs. of lime juice
3/4 tsp. of chili powder
3/4 tsp. of cumin
1/2 cup of brown rice
1 can (15 oz.) of black beans, drained and rinsed
1/4 cup of green onion, minced
1/2 cup of red bell pepper, chopped
1/2 cup of red green pepper, chopped
1/4 cup of fresh cilantro, chopped
vegan cheddar cheese for topping

How we make it

In a small bowl combine the oil,chili powder, cumin and
lime juice. Set aside.

Cook the brown rice according to the package directions
in a medium saucepan. After the rice has cooked and absorbed
most of the water stir in the beans, onion, pepper and cilantro.

Pour dressing over the salad, heat through and serve warm.
Sprinkle with vegan cheddar if desired.

Option: refrigerate salad for several hours before pouring the
dressing over it. Remove from refrigerator, dress and serve chilled.