BLACK BEAN AND RICE SALAD
 Yield: Makes 4 servings.
Ingredients
• 2 cups cooked rice, cooled to room temperature
• 1 cup cooked black beans
• 1 cup chopped fresh tomato
• 1 cup (4 ounces) shredded Cheddar cheese (optional)
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
• 1/4 cup prepared Italian dressing*
• Lettuce leaves
Directions
Combine rice, beans, tomato, cheese and parsley in large bowl.
Pour dressing over rice mixture; toss lightly.
Serve on lettuce leaves.
*Any type of salad dressing may be used. Calculations reflect regular Italian salad dressing.
Nutrition Facts
Calories 245
Total Fat 8g
Sodium 474mg
Total Carbohydrate 36g
Dietary Fiber 3g
Protein 7g
USA Rice Federation (www.usarice.com)
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