Description
A fresh, healthy salad combining avocado, black beans, and rice for a nutritious meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup cooked brown rice
- 1 ripe avocado, diced
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- Juice of 2 limes
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: 1 jalapeño, sliced for spice
Instructions
- Cook the rice according to package instructions and let it cool.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooled rice, diced avocado, black beans, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and cilantro.
- Drizzle with lime juice and season with salt and pepper.
- Gently toss all ingredients to mix well.
- Optional: Add sliced jalapeño for extra heat.
- Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to enhance flavors.
Notes
This salad is best served fresh; add avocado just before serving to prevent browning.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Method: Salad
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Fat: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Protein: 9g