Ham and Black Bean Salad

Makes 6 servings

Ingredients

 * 3 cups cooked rice, cooled to room temperature
 * 2 cups canned black beans, rinsed and drained
 * 1 medium red onion, chopped
 * 1 cup cubed jicama (cut into 1/8-inch cubes)
 * 1/2 cup sliced black olives
 * 1/2 cup diced red pepper
 * 1/2 cup diced green pepper
 * 1/4 cup olive oil, divided
 * 3/4 cup (4 ounces) cubed cooked Ham
 * 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
 * 1 clove garlic, minced
 * 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
 * 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
 * 1/2 teaspoon salt
 * 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper

Directions

 * 1) Combine rice, beans, Onion, jicama, and pepper in large bowl; set aside.
 * 2) Heat 1 tablespoon oil in large skillet over medium heat.
 * 3) Add Ham; cook 2 to 3 minutes stirring constantly.
 * 4) Add to rice mixture.
 * 5) Combine remaining 3 tablespoons oil, vinegar, garlic, cumin, chili powder, salt and pepper in small jar with lid.
 * 6) Shake to blend.
 * 7) Drizzle dressing over salad.