Mexican (?) Rice Salad

Jun 06, 2023June 6, 20230 3
Mexican Rice Salad with Black Beans and Feta Cheese
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Prep

15 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

35 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 cup raw rice , to cook and chill
1 package sazon goya ( con pimienta )
1 bunch green onion
1 container miniature salad tomatoes
1 purple onion
16 ounces salsa ( use your favorite , I use Yodar 's Killer Salsa-Recipe on file here )
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 can drained black beans ( Turtle beans ? )
1 can drained black-eyed peas
8 ounces crumbled feta cheese
8 ounces Italian salad dressing ( I used Good Seasons )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
428
Sugar
6g
Fat
19g
This Mexican Rice Salad is a fresh and flavorful twist on traditional rice dishes. The combination of rice, beans, and vegetables makes it a complete meal that is perfect for lunch, dinner, or a healthy snack. The salad is tangy, savory, and slightly spicy, thanks to the use of salsa, sazon goya seasoning, and chili powder. The vegetables add color and crunch, while the feta cheese provides a creamy and salty contrast to the rice and beans. Overall, this Mexican Rice Salad is a healthy and satisfying meal that is sure to please your taste buds.

Instructions

1.Cook the rice according to package instructions and refrigerate until completely chilled.
2.In a large mixing bowl, combine the sazon goya, chopped green onions, halved salad tomatoes, finely chopped purple onion, salsa, and chili powder. Mix until well combined.
3.Add the chilled rice to the mixing bowl and mix with the remaining ingredients, including the drained black beans, black-eyed peas, crumbled feta cheese, and Italian salad dressing.
4.Serve chilled and enjoy!

PROS

This Mexican Rice Salad is easy to make, delicious, and healthy.

The combination of rice, beans, and vegetables makes it a complete meal and a great source of fiber and protein.

CONS

This recipe contains a lot of sodium due to the use of canned beans, salsa, and sazon goya seasoning.

If you are watching your sodium intake, you can use low-sodium alternatives or reduce the amount of seasoning and salt.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This Mexican Rice Salad is a healthy option for those looking for a balanced meal.
It is high in fiber, protein, vitamins, and minerals, which are essential for maintaining good health and preventing chronic diseases.
The black beans in this recipe are also a good source of plant-based protein, while the vegetables provide antioxidants and anti-inflammatory compounds.

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