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Mixed bean and rice salad

 16 ratings

Prep Time:10 mins

Cooking Time:25 mins

Serves:6 Adults

Mixed bean and rice salad

This delicious salad is suitable for vegetarians and is a perfect lunch recipe!

About this recipe

Adapted from 101 Square Meals


Ingredients

  • 375g of rice
  • 2 x 400g cans of mixed beans
  • 340g of sweetcorn
  • 1 red onion, thinly sliced
  • 2 red peppers, diced
  • Zest and juice of 1 lime
  • 2 teaspoons of honey
  • 1 red chilli, finely sliced

Method

  1. Cook rice according to packet instructions.
  2. Once cooked, rinse under cold water to cool.
  3. When cold, combine in a bowl with the beans, sweetcorn, onion and red peppers.
  4. Mix the lime zest and juice, honey and chilli together.
  5. Pour over the rice mixture and mix well.

What you will need

  • Cheese grater
  • Chopping board
  • Chopping knife
  • Mixing bowl
  • Saucepan
  • Wooden spoon

"This recipe is packed with protein and low in salt while also being filled with flavour."

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