Black Bean Salad

This black bean salad is so yummy! I have made this several times and tried many different variations of ingredients, but below is my favorite combination of flavors.  Of course, you can add or substitute anything in it.  Let me know what you think! Tag @hbgcommunity and use the hashtags #hbggirls and #hbgblog! 

Salad Ingredients:

1/2 cup chopped onion

1/2 cup chopped red or green bell pepper

1/2 cup cooked and cooled brown rice

1/2 cup cooked and cooled quinoa

1 can (15 oz) drained and rinsed black beans

Dressing Ingredients:

1/4 cup rice vinegar

1 clove minced garlic

1/2 teaspoon sea salt

1/4 teaspoon pepper

1 1/2 tablespoons coconut oil

Directions:

1. In a bowl, stir together salad ingredients.

2. In a jar, combine all dressing ingredients. 

3. Place a tight fitting lid on the jar and shake well until dressing is mixed.

4. Pour dressing over salad mixture and evenly coat.  Chill for one hour.

5. Enjoy!