Best Southwestern Rice Salad Recipes

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SOUTHWESTERN RICE AND BEAN SALAD



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This salad has a definite Mexican influence with the beans and picante sauce. I've made it for many get-togethers, and it's been well-received.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 8-10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cups cold cooked long grain rice
1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (8-3/4 ounces) whole kernel corn, drained
1/2 cup sliced green onions with tops
1/2 cup picante sauce
1/4 cup prepared Italian salad dressing
1 teaspoon ground cumin

Steps:

  • Combine all of the ingredients in a large salad bowl. Cover and refrigerate for 2-3 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 126 calories, Fat 3g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 295mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

SOUTHWESTERN RICE SALAD



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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

SOUTHWESTERN BEAN AND RICE SALAD



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We enjoy fajitas and tacos, but finding a good side dish to go with them wasn't easy—until this recipe came along. — Stephanie Liston, Ankeny, Iowa

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 cups cooked long grain rice, cooled
1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 medium green pepper, diced
1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained
1/3 cup lime juice
1/4 cup chopped green onions
2 tablespoons canola oil
1 tablespoon minced fresh cilantro
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the rice, beans, green pepper and olives. In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the remaining ingredients; shake well. Pour over rice mixture; toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour or until chilled. Toss before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 154 calories, Fat 5g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 404mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

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 BELLĀ® 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

MINUTE RICE SOUTHWESTERN RICE SALAD



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Provided by Taste of Home

Time 15m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pkg (14 oz) MinuteĀ® White Rice
1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed, drained
1 cup corn
1 medium red pepper, chopped
3 green onions, sliced
1 cup Italian dressing
1 cup 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.

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