Black Bean and Rice Salad

Ingredients, directions and serving information for Black Bean and Rice Salad.

• 1/2 cup onion, chopped
• 1/2 cup bell pepper, chopped
• 1 cup brown rice, cooked and cooled
• 1 can (15 ounce) black beans, low-sodium, drained and rinsed
• 1/4 cup rice vinegar
• mustard powder
• 1 clove garlic, chopped
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil

1. Wash hands with soap and water.
2. In a mixing bowl, stir together onion, red or green pepper, rice, and beans.
3. In a jar with a tight fitting lid, add vinegar, dry mustard, garlic, salt, pepper and vegetable oil. Shake until dressing is evenly mixed.
4. Pour dressing over bean mixture and stir to mix evenly. Chill for at least one hour. Serve cold as a side dish or main dish.