Black 'N White Bean Salad - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
1 (15 ounce) can white kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1/2 cup chopped cucumber
1/2 cup chopped sweet red pepper
1/4 cup chopped onion
1/4 cup minced fresh cilantro or 1/4 cup parsley
1/3 cup cider vinegar or 1/3 cup red wine vinegar
1/4 cup olive oil or 1/4 cup vegetable oil
1/2 teaspoon salt (optional)
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/8 teaspoon pepper
lettuce leaf (optional)

Preparation

In a large bowl, combine the first six ingredients.
In a small bowl, whisk vinegar, oil and seasonings.Pour over bean mixture and toss to coat.
Cover and refrigerate until serving.
Using a slotted spoon, serve over lettuce leaves, if desired.