Ingredients
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1 cup cooked brown rice (you can use quinoa too!)
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½ cup black beans, drained and rinsed
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1 cup shelled edamame
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½ cup sliced cucumber
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¼ cup chopped red onion
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1 tablespoon chopped scallions
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½ teaspoon grated ginger
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¼ cup fresh mint leaves, finely chopped
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2 tablespoons lime juice
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¾ cup olive oil
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Salt and pepper, to taste
Directions
Subtitle: Embodying the Best of Caribbean Cuisine
Description: This is a vibrantly colored and tasty salad that showcases the best flavors from the Caribbean region. The combination of fresh veggies, crunchy grains, and a tangy dressing will leave you wanting more!
Ingredients:
– 1 cup cooked brown rice (you can use quinoa too!)
– ½ cup black beans, drained and rinsed
– 1 cup shelled edamame
– ½ cup sliced cucumber
– ¼ cup chopped red onion
– 1 tablespoon chopped scallions
– ½ teaspoon grated ginger
– ¼ cup fresh mint leaves, finely chopped
– 2 tablespoons lime juice
– ¾ cup olive oil
– Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions:
1. Cook your brown rice according to package directions. Meanwhile, soak the black beans in cold water overnight. Drain them well before proceeding.
2. In a large bowl, combine the brown rice, black beans, edamame, cucumber, red onion, green onion, ginger, and mint leaves.
3. Add the lime juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper to the mixture and mix well until incorporated. Taste the dressing and adjust seasonings as necessary.
4. Serve immediately, or refrigerate and serve within three days.
Servings: 4 adult servings
Difficulty Level: Easy
Nutrition Information:
Calories: 230 per serving
Cholesterol: 0 mg
Sodium: 400 mg
Total Fat: 9.5 g
Carbohydrate: 15.5 g
Protein: 3.5 g
Note: If using quinoa instead of rice, substitute 1 cup of cooked quinoa for the brown rice in Step 2.
Time Needed: 1 hour (cooking time) + 15 minutes (to assemble the salad)
This Caribbean salad recipe features the perfect balance of sweetness, crunchiness, and freshness. It also has a great texture thanks to the blend of rice and beans. Enjoy this delightful meal anytime of the day or even during an appetizer party!
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Cook your brown rice according to package directions. Meanwhile, soak the black beans in cold water overnight. Drain them well before proceeding. |
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In a large bowl, combine the brown rice, black beans, edamame, cucumber, red onion, green onion, ginger, and mint leaves. |
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Add the lime juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper to the mixture and mix well until incorporated. Taste the dressing and adjust seasonings as necessary. |
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Serve immediately, or refrigerate and serve within three days. |
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9.5 g |
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15.5 g |
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3.5 g |
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