Black Bean Yellow Rice Salad
Refreshing caribbean dish that is quick and easy! Great for lunch or as a side dish to accompany jerk chicken. Pair with a fruity and berry filled australian shiraz! Enjoy!
Steps
Heat 2 tablespoons of the oil over moderately low heat in a medium saucepan.
Add onion and cook , stirring occasionally , until translucent , about 5 minutes.
Stir in garlic , turmeric , cumin , 3 / 4 teaspoons of the salt , black pepper , and rice.
Cook , stirring frequently , for 2 minutes.
Add water and bay leaf and bring to a simmer.
Cover and reduce heat to low and cook for about 20 minutes , until all the liquid is absorbed and the rice is done.
Remove bay leaf.
In a large glass or stainless-steel bowl , combine rice , beans , bell peppers , and tomatoes.
Add the remaining 1 tablespoon oil and 1 / 4 teaspoon salt , vinegar , vermouth and parsley.
Toss gently to combine.
Serve with lime wedges , if using.
Ingredients
cooking oil, onion, garlic cloves, turmeric, ground cumin, salt, fresh ground black pepper, long-grain white rice, water, bay leaf, canned black beans, green bell pepper, red bell pepper, yellow bell pepper, tomatoes, wine vinegar, vermouth, fresh italian parsley, lime