Instructions: Mix all ingredients except dressing in large bowl. Add dressing. Marinate at least 1 hour before serving. Garnish with Pepitas and/or sunflower seeds.

About 6 1/2 cups, 4-6 servings.

Notes:
1. Use long grain rice.

2. Better made the night before.

3. While I prefer jicama (look in an ethnic or Mexican market), I have made this with finely diced celery and it worked.

4. Roma tomatoes work best

5. Drain and rinse beans until water runs clear.

6. Sliced olives work but so do whole small olives.

7. I have used black beans or white navy beans as well. White beans taste okay but arent as attractive.

8. I usually use bottled Italian dressing rather than a vinaigrette.

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