Southwestern Salad

High Fiber Recipe

By Fitness and Freebies

A wonderfully healthful salad with a Southwestern flavor flair thanks to cilantro, jalapeno pepper or cayenne and chili powder.

Recipe Ingredients

2 cups cooked brown rice
1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
2 cups frozen corn kernels
1 red bell pepper, chopped
1 small onion, chopped
1/4 cup light vinegar
1/4 cup chopped cilantro leaves
1 minced jalapeno pepper, or cayenne to taste
1 teaspoon chili powder

Recipe Directions

salad Combine all ingredients, mixing gently.

Note: Tastes even better if you let it stand for at least one hour before serving.

Nutrition information per serving:
Recipe makes 6 servings
Calories: 238; Total Fat: 2g; Fiber: 13g

High Fiber Tip:

Scan food labels for bread and cereal products listing whole grain or whole wheat as the first ingredient.

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