Black Bean and Rice Salad Recipe

In a large bowl combine tomatoes red bell pepper jalapeno pepper lemon juice cilantro basil red pepper flakes corn and beans. Stir to combine the vegetables then set aside.

In a medium saucepan heat olive oil at a medium-low heat. Add onions and saute until they are translucent. Add garlic and saute for another minute. Pour in rice and toss to coat. Add reserved liquid from the corn and beans along with any additional liquid as directed on the rice box. Cook the rice to package specifications. Let the rice cool slightly.

Combine the rice and vegetable mixture. Salt and pepper to taste and serve.