2 cups drained canned black beans
1/3 cup diced red bell pepper
1/4 cup finely chopped purple onion
1/4 cup diced unpeeled cucumber
2 tablespoons diced celery
2 tablespoons minced jalapeño pepper
1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons tomato juice
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1-1/2 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
1 clove garlic, crushed
Combine all ingredients in a bowl, and stir well. Cover and chill at least 30 minutes.
Yield: 3 cups (serving size: 1/4 cup).