Red Bean and Rice Salad

== Description ==
Makes 6 servings
== Ingredients ==
* 2 cups cooked rice 
* 1 x 14½- to 16-ounce can kidney or pinto beans 
* 1 x 16-ounce can peeled tomatoes 
* 1 cup (4 ounces) shredded Cheddar cheese
* ¼ cup chopped onion 
* ¼ cup Italian salad dressing 
* 1 tablespoon lemon or lime juice 
* ½ teaspoon garlic powder 
* ½ teaspoon seasoned pepper 
* salt 
== Directions ==
# Measure rice into mixing bowl. 
# Rinse and drain beans. 
# Drain tomatoes and chop (save juice for another use). 
# Add drained beans, tomatoes, cheese and onion to rice. 
# Combine salad dressing, lemon juice, garlic powder and pepper. 
# Add to rice mixture. Toss; salt to taste. 
# Cover and chill 2 or more hours. Bring to room temperature to serve.
Category:American Salads
Category:Cheddar Recipes
Category:Kidney bean Recipes
Category:Pinto bean Recipes
Category:Rice Recipes
Category:Tomato Recipes