Black Bean And Rice Confetti Salad

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This is a super yummy recipe that intrigues your taste buds with a variety of flavors which come together even better the next day. i've tweaked this recipe a bit each time i've made it. alternatives include swapping orange juice for lime juice or green onions for red.

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Steps

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Bring chicken broth and water to boil in heavy large saucepan.

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Add rice and bay leaves.

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Bring to boil.

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Reduce heat to low , cover and cook until liquid is absorbed , about 20 minutes.

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Transfer rice to large bowl and fluff with fork.

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Mix in black beans , peppers , red onion , chopped cilantro , oil , lime juice , vinegar , cumin and chili powder.

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Season salad to taste with salt and pepper.

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Cover and refrigerate.

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Serve chilled.

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Ingredients

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chicken broth, water, long-grain rice, bay leaves, black beans, red bell peppers, red onion, fresh cilantro, olive oil, lime juice, red wine vinegar, ground cumin, chili powder, salt