Pinto Beans With Watercress

Photo: flickr user semarr

Ingredients

2 cups canned or cooked pinto beans

1 cup watercress leaves

2 mediums firm ripe plum tomatoes finely diced

1 medium celery stalk finely diced

1/4 cup soy mayonnaise

1 tablespoon lemon or lime juice

1 teaspoon dried oregano

1/4 teaspoon ground cumin

Salt to taste

Freshly-ground black pepper to taste

Preparation

Combine the first four ingredients in a mixing bowl. In a small bowl, combine the dressing ingredients and mix thoroughly. Pour over the salad and toss to combine. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Pack in a tightly lidded plastic container to transport.

This recipe yields 6 servings.