Best Southwest Rice And Corn Salad With Lemon Dressing Recipes

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SOUTHWESTERN RICE SALAD



Southwestern Rice Salad image

This meatless salad makes a robust side dish, filling lunch or satisfying snack. Try spooning some into low-fat tortillas for a main course. If you're counting fat grams, it's also tasty without the olives.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 7 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 cups cooked long grain rice, cooled
1 cup cooked wild rice, cooled
1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1-1/2 cups frozen corn, thawed
1/2 cup diced red onion
1/2 cup diced green pepper
1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained
1-1/2 cups chunky salsa
1/2 cup reduced-fat Italian salad dressing
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first seven ingredients. In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine salsa, salad dressing, cumin and salt; shake well. , Pour over rice mixture and stir to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 236 calories, Fat 4g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 642mg sodium, Carbohydrate 41g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 8g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SOUTHWEST CHICKEN & RICE SALAD



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Fun and different, this summery salad has a subtle smoky flavor that really says "Southwest." The grilled corn adds an especially nice touch.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 40m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 medium ears sweet corn
1/4 cup olive oil, divided
2 cups cubed cooked chicken breast
1 medium sweet red pepper, julienned
2 jalapeno peppers, seeded and minced
2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro
1/4 cup lime juice
1 garlic clove, minced
1 teaspoon chili powder
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 cup uncooked long grain rice
2 medium ripe avocados, peeled and cubed

Steps:

  • Remove and discard corn husks and silk. Brush 1 tablespoon oil over ears of corn. Grill, covered, over medium heat for 15-20 minutes or until tender. Cut corn from cobs. , In a large bowl, combine the chicken, red pepper, jalapenos, cilantro and corn. , In a small bowl, combine the lime juice, garlic, chili powder, salt, pepper and remaining oil; pour over chicken mixture and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 2-3 hours. , Cook rice according to package directions; cool. Just before serving, stir rice and avocados into salad.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 238 calories, Fat 12g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 22mg cholesterol, Sodium 204mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 11g protein.

SOUTHWEST CORN SALAD



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I first saw this recipe in our Omaha, Nebraska paper a few years ago," relates Joanna Lonnecker. "It's ideal for family get-togethers of all kinds. Hearty enough to serve during winter, this salad always brings back memories of summer picnics!"

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 9 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 cups cooked tricolor spiral pasta
1 can (15-1/4 ounces) whole kernel corn, drained
1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
1 large tomato, seeded and chopped
1/2 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup chopped green pepper
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies
1/2 cup olive oil
1/4 cup cider vinegar
2 teaspoons sugar
1 teaspoon chili powder
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first seven ingredients. In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the oil, vinegar, sugar, chili powder, salt and cumin; shake well. Pour over pasta mixture; toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or until chilled.

Nutrition Facts :

SOUTHWEST RICE SALAD



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This healthy salad has lots of taste and eye appeal. Add more or less jalapenos to suit your own heat preference. Most people like it this way and I serve some hot sauce on the side for the heat lovers.

Provided by Geema

Categories     Rice

Time 35m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 cups cooked rice
1 (16 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
1 (12 ounce) can white corn, drained
1 bunch green onion, chopped
1/3 cup canola oil
1/4 cup fresh squeezed lime juice (3-4 limes)
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
1 tablespoon packed brown sugar
2 -3 pickled jalapeno peppers, seeded and chopped
2 teaspoons chili powder
2 teaspoons ground cumin
salt
1 bunch fresh cilantro, chopped
1 ripe tomatoes, chopped

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the rice, beans, corn and onions.
  • Toss to mix.
  • In a food processor, blend remaining ingredients, except the cilantro and tomatoes, until the peppers are finely minced.
  • Pour the dressing over the rice mixture and mix well.
  • Garnish with the cilantro and chopped tomatoes.
  • This salad can be made 1-2 days in advance and served either cold or room temperature.

SOUTHWESTERN ROASTED CORN SALAD



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Corn has never tasted so good! This is a perfect side dish for a BBQ and tastes great on a hot summer day.

Provided by Kim Fusich

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Corn Salad Recipes

Time 55m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

8 ears fresh corn in husks
1 red bell pepper, diced
1 green bell pepper, diced
1 red onion, chopped
1 cup chopped fresh cilantro
½ cup olive oil
4 cloves garlic, peeled and minced
3 limes, juiced
1 teaspoon white sugar
salt and pepper to taste
1 tablespoon hot sauce

Steps:

  • Place the corn in a large pot with enough water to cover, and soak at least 15 minutes.
  • Preheat grill for high heat. Remove silks from corn, but leave the husks.
  • Place corn on the preheated grill. Cook, turning occasionally, 20 minutes, or until tender. Remove from heat, cool slightly, and discard husks.
  • Cut the corn kernels from the cob, and place in a medium bowl. Mix in the red bell pepper, green bell pepper, and red onion.
  • In a blender or food processor, mix the cilantro, olive oil, garlic, lime juice, sugar, salt, pepper, and hot sauce. Blend until smooth, and stir into the corn salad.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 223.1 calories, Carbohydrate 23.9 g, Fat 14.7 g, Fiber 4.1 g, Protein 3.7 g, SaturatedFat 2.1 g, Sodium 355.6 mg, Sugar 5.5 g

SOUTHWESTERN RICE SALAD



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Who knew a cold rice salad could be so flavorful? It is when you toss it with a Southwestern-style mix of beans, corn and salsa.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 1h15m

Yield Makes 16 servings, about 3/4 cup each.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pkg. (14 oz.) instant white rice
1 can (15 oz.) black beans, drained, rinsed
1 cup corn
1 medium red pepper, chopped
3 green onions, sliced
1 cup KRAFT Italian Dressing
1 cup TACO BELL® Thick & Chunky Salsa
1 cup lightly crushed tortilla chips

Steps:

  • Prepare rice as directed on package. Place in large bowl; cool.
  • Add beans, corn, peppers, onions, dressing and salsa; mix lightly. Cover and refrigerate at least 1 hour or until ready to serve.
  • Top with crushed chips just before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 210, Fat 7 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Sodium 250 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 5 g

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