Southwest Rice and Bean Salad with Sweet ‘n Spicy Dressing

Ingredients

• FOR THE SALAD:
• 4 cups Cooked Brown Basamati Rice
• 1 box (6 Oz. Box) Uncle Ben's Wild Rice, Prepared According To Directions
• 15 ounces, weight Can Black Beans, Drained And Rinsed
• 15 ounces, weight Can Pinto Beans, Drained And Rinsed
• 2 cups Seasoned, Cooked, Cubed Chicken
• 12 ounces, weight Can Corn, Drained
• 4 whole Green Onions, Chopped
• 2 teaspoons Salt
• 2 Tablespoons Garlic Powder
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• FOR THE DRESSING:
• ¼ cups Lime Juice
• 2 Tablespoons Red Wine Vinegar
• 2 Tablespoons Packed Brown Sugar
• ⅔ cups Olive Oil
• 4 whole Pickled Jalapeno Pepper Rounds, Finely Chopped (pickled Gives You Flavor Without Packing Heat)
• 1-½ teaspoon Chili Powder
• 2 teaspoons Cumin

Preparation Instructions

Combine all of the salad ingredients together in a large bowl. Combine dressing ingredients and whisk well. Toss with salad. Serve warm or at room temperature. Serves 8-10.