Ingredients:

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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  30      ounces        canned black beans -- drained and rinsed
   2      cups          cooked long-grain white rice -- or brown
   4                    scallions -- chopped
   2      medium        tomatoes -- diced
   1      medium        cucumber -- peeled and diced
   1                    jalapeno -- seeded and minced
   2      tablespoons   canola oil
   1                    lime -- juiced
   2      tablespoons   chopped cilantro
   2      teaspoons     dried oregano
     1/2  teaspoon      ground cumin
     1/2  teaspoon      black pepper
     1/2  teaspoon      salt

Preparation:

In a large mixing bowl, combine the beans, rice, scallions, tomatoes, cucumber, and, if desired, jalapeno. Blend in the oil, lime juice, cilantro, and seasonings. Chill for 1 hour before serving. TIP: For a slight twist, add 2 roasted, seeded, and chopped red bell peppers or try New Mexico chili peppers. Recipe from THE GLOBAL VEGETARIAN, by Jay Solomon. Notes: The hot pepper of course is optional.