Cowboy Confetti Salad

Ingredients

• 1 lime
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tbsp Cajun Fries Seasoning or 3 Onion Dip Mix
• 1 tsp Dijon mustard
• ¹⁄₂ tsp sugar
• 1 cup white rice
• 2 cups water or broth
• 2 cans (14 oz/398 ml each) low sodium black beans or black-eyed peas, or a mix of both
• 2 large bell peppers, one green and one yellow, preferably
• 1 large tomato
• 1 small red onion
• 1 jalapeño, optional

Preparation

1. In Round Steamer, combine rice and water. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 15 min or until tender.
2. Meanwhile, prepare dressing. Zest lime, you should have about 1 tsp. Place in small bowl. Slice lime in half. Using 2-in-1 Citrus Press, squeeze in juice. Add oil, seasoning, mustard, and sugar. Whisk to combine. Set aside.
3. Drain and rinse beans. Dice peppers, tomato, and onion. If using, slice jalapeño in half, discard seeds; mince.
4. Once rice is cooked, gently fluff with a fork. Fold in beans and veggies. Add topping, if desired. Serve at room temperature or chilled.