Solomon

Ingredients

 * 30 oz canned black beans, drained and rinsed
 * 2 cup 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 tbsp canola oil
 * 1 lime, juiced
 * 2 tbsp chopped cilantro
 * 2 tsp dried oregano
 * ½ tsp ground cumin
 * ½ tsp black pepper
 * ½ tsp salt

Directions

 * 1) In a large mixing bowl, combine the beans, rice, scallions, tomatoes, cucumber, and, if desired, jalapeno.
 * 2) Blend in the oil, lime juice, cilantro, and seasonings.
 * 3) Chill for 1 hour before serving.
 * 4) Tip: for a slight twist, add 2 roasted, seeded, and chopped red bell peppers or try New Mexico chile.