RICE AND BEAN SALAD 
1 c. cooked long grain rice, chilled
1/2 c. finely diced red or green bell pepper
2 oz. rinsed, drained canned pigeon peas or chick peas
1 oz. finely diced turkey-ham
1 tbsp. minced scallion, green pepper
1/8 tsp. thyme leaves
2 tsp. each red wine vinegar, water and olive or vegetable oil
1 tsp. lemon juice
Dash pepper

In medium mixing bowl combine rice, bell pepper, peas, turkey-ham, scallion, and thyme leaves, and toss. In small mixing bowl, combine remaining ingredients and beat with a wire whisk. Pour over rice mixture and toss to coat.

 

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