Two-Bean and Rice Salad

1 recipe of garlic dressing (below) or 3/4 c bottled Italian salad dressing

3 c chilled cooked rice

1 15-oz can pinto beans, rinsed and drained

1 15-oz can black beans, rinsed and drained

1 10-oz pkg frozen peas, thawed

1 c sliced celery

1/2 c chopped red onion

two 4 1/2-oz cans diced green chilies, drained

1/4 c snipped fresh cilantro

Combine above ingredients in large bowl.

Pour garlic dressing or Italian dressing over mixture and toss. may be served immediately or cover and chill for up to 24 hours.

Of course you can change this up to suit your individual tastes.

Garlic Dressing:

1/3 c white vinegar

1/4 c olive oil

2 T water

1/2 t salt

1/2 t garlic powder

1/2 t black pepper