Baja Black Beans, Corn and Rice
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Corn, Dairy-Free, Easy,
Egg-Free, Herbs, High Fiber, Main Dishes, Mexican,
Onions, Rice, Side Dishes, Soy-Free,
Summer, Vegan, Vegetarian, Wheat-Free
A south of the border blend of textures and flavors. Serve hot
as a main dish or side dish with grilled meat or chicken.
Preparation facts
Yield: 6 servings
Ingredients
6 cups (1.2kg) brown rice, cooked
1 2/3 cups (425g) black beans, (one 15-ounce can), rinsed and
drained
1 2/3 cups (425g) corn, (one 15-ounce can), drained
4 fresh tomatoes, diced
1/2 cup (90g) red onion, chopped
1/2 cup (20g) cilantro, chopped
1 jalapeno chile pepper, seeded and diced
2 Tbs (30mL) fresh lime juice
1 Tbs (15mL) olive oil
1/2 tsp (3g) salt
1/4 tsp (1g) freshly ground black pepper
2 dashs hot sauce
Directions
Cook brown rice.
In a medium bowl, combine black beans, corn, tomatoes, onion, cilantro,
jalapeno, lime juice, oil, salt, pepper, and hot sauce.
To serve, place a scoop of hot rice in a bowl or on a plate, top with a
generous scoop of the black bean mixture. Stir together before eating.
Nutrition facts
Serving Size 1 serving
Calories 450
Calories from Fat 39 (9%)
% Daily Value*
7%Total Fat 4g
4%Saturated
Fat 0.8g
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g
Monounsaturated Fat 2.4g
0%Cholesterol 0mg
14%Sodium 325mg
11%Potassium 384mg
31%Total
Carbohydrate 92g
36%Dietary
Fiber 8.9g
Sugars 2g
Sugar Alcohols 0g
20%Protein 10g