Solomon

Ingredients

• 30 oz canned black beans, drained and rinsed
• 2 cup cooked long-grain white rice, or brown
• 4 scallions, chopped
• 2 medium tomatoes, diced
• 1 medium cucumber, peeled and diced
• 1 jalapeno, seeded and minced
• 2 tbsp canola oil
• 1 lime, juiced
• 2 tbsp chopped cilantro
• 2 tsp dried oregano
• ½ tsp ground cumin
• ½ tsp black pepper
• ½ tsp salt

Directions

1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the beans, rice, scallions, tomatoes, cucumber, and, if desired, jalapeno.
2. Blend in the oil, lime juice, cilantro, and seasonings.
3. Chill for 1 hour before serving.
4. Tip: for a slight twist, add 2 roasted, seeded, and chopped red bell peppers or try New Mexico chile.