"This recipe started as a basic bean, rice, and onion medley with Italian dressing. I added veggies and fat-free dressing to make it healthier." - Kim Cook, Dade City, Florida
| 1 | can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained |
| 1 1/2 | cups cold cooked long grain ride |
| 1 1/2 | cups chopped fresh tomatoes (about 4 medium) |
| 4 | green onions, chopped |
| 1 | celery rib, chopped |
| 1/2 | cup chopped fresh spinach |
| 2 | tablespoons minced fresh cilantro |
| 1/2 | cup fat-free Italian salad dressing |
| 1 | cup (4 ounces) crumbled feta cheese |
In a large bowl, combine the beans, rice, tomatoes, onions, celery, spinach and cilantro. Drizzle with dressing and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour. Just before serving, sprinkle with cheese.
Yield: 7 servings
Nutrition Facts: 2/3 cup equals 181 calories, 3 g fat (2 g saturated fat), 11 mg sodium, 27 g carbohydrate, 5 g fiber, 9 g protein.
Diabetic Exchanges: 2 starch, 1 lean meat