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I think a chopped avocado, added at the last minute, would be a nice addition to this, but have not tried it.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2012-04-08","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"PurpleGlasses"},"reviewBody":"I made this without the tomatoes which probably took away from the appeal of the dish.  If I make it again, I will definitely add tomatoes.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2013-03-16","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"PurplePalmtree"},"reviewBody":"This is really good.  I didn't have fresh cilantro so I used a small amount of dried, plus fresh chopped parsley.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2009-03-17","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"GreenTurtle"},"reviewBody":"From yours truly! 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Even some of my kids like it!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-08-12","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"BlueTooth"},"reviewBody":"Quite good. I substituted fresh basil for the cilantro as I'm growing basil. And I added a can of diced chilis and diced fresh green pepper. Also a few drops of hot tabasco as we like things a bit spicier. The nice thing about this recipe is you can add or detract whatever you like!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-08-10","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"GoldCandy"},"reviewBody":"Delicous My favorite!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-05-17","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"RedRocket"},"reviewBody":"MADE THIS OVER THE WEEKEND.TASTE GREAT. 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This definitely makes a lot to go around.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-05-27","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"BlueGrapes"},"reviewBody":"Friends enjoyed this bean 'salad\/dip'.  We served it with tortilla chips.  Could use a little more something...we added salt, probably needed a little more spice!  Overall, not too bad!  Great for gatherings.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":3,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-03-14","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"GoldPopsicle"},"reviewBody":"Cut the onion and cilantro in half.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":2,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-08-10","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"GoldCandy"},"reviewBody":"I just made this again for my family!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2011-07-02","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"GreenGlasses"},"reviewBody":"I am not a bean eater but I made this and it was great! 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I didn&#39;t have fresh cilantro so I used a small amount of dried, plus fresh chopped parsley.<\/p>","CommentId":2,"DateRated":"03\/16\/2013 11:49","GUID":"579323a5e848491f9ffaa543f1ce54e2","MemberId":6026311,"Rating":4,"ScreenName":"RHergenroeder","SubmittedDate":"03\/16\/2013 11:49"},{"Comment":"","CommentId":3,"DateRated":"02\/17\/2013 19:00","GUID":"893574a917e445d792bb2885f2d82c28","MemberId":7141392,"Rating":4,"ScreenName":"Privas","SubmittedDate":"02\/17\/2013 19:00"},{"Comment":"<p>It was amazing! 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I think a chopped avocado, added at the last minute, would be a nice addition to this, but have not tried it.<\/p>","CommentId":6,"DateRated":"06\/30\/2012 17:16","GUID":"77E4B77FF2AE418DB761AD364C2891FC","MemberId":941931,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"Mrs_T","SubmittedDate":"06\/30\/2012 17:16"},{"Comment":"<p>I made this without the tomatoes which probably took away from the appeal of the dish.  If I make it again, I will definitely add tomatoes.<\/p>","CommentId":7,"DateRated":"04\/08\/2012 14:57","GUID":"27b376e2f4ab470886db5e261bf48d37","MemberId":6622612,"Rating":4,"ScreenName":"joglesby5","SubmittedDate":"04\/08\/2012 14:56"},{"Comment":"<p>We added a splash of apple cider vinegar for just a little more flavor in the dressing-awesome results!<\/p>","CommentId":8,"DateRated":"07\/20\/2011 18:17","GUID":"c61d35ad9e9e499fa38b7fe2d7c00957","MemberId":5859398,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"Alaska Jill","SubmittedDate":"07\/20\/2011 18:17"},{"Comment":"<p>I am not a bean eater but I made this and it was great! Everyone loved it and asked for the recipe.<\/p>","CommentId":9,"DateRated":"07\/02\/2011 09:41","GUID":"e14a8c892ae041a0a945c2067580b77c","MemberId":5275522,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"loveschristmas","SubmittedDate":"07\/02\/2011 09:41"},{"Comment":"<p>Made this for a luncheon at work and received so many compliments.  This definitely makes a lot to go around.<\/p>","CommentId":10,"DateRated":"04\/25\/2011 02:16","GUID":"c1e9ecec582a4e4c866b5548c53255bc","MemberId":1179808,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"ellimaye1","SubmittedDate":"04\/25\/2011 02:15"},{"Comment":"<p>Quite good. I substituted fresh basil for the cilantro as I'm growing basil. And I added a can of diced chilis and diced fresh green pepper. Also a few drops of hot tabasco as we like things a bit spicier. The nice thing about this recipe is you can add or detract whatever you like!<\/p>","CommentId":11,"DateRated":"08\/12\/2010 15:31","GUID":"430be9eb7b1c444184cf998f1bf6ddd4","MemberId":4186547,"Rating":4,"ScreenName":"rose0faphrodite","SubmittedDate":"08\/12\/2010 15:31"},{"Comment":"<p>This sounds so yummy, but would anybody have a suggestion for a substitute for the cilantro. 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Great for gatherings.<\/p>","CommentId":15,"DateRated":"05\/27\/2010 11:43","GUID":"07452a0e125849e2a1220988ea8da2c5","MemberId":2202698,"Rating":3,"ScreenName":"kookiaz","SubmittedDate":"05\/27\/2010 11:43"},{"Comment":"<p>FIXED THIS FRIDAY.TURNED OUT GREAT.WILL MAKE IT AGAIN.<\/p>","CommentId":16,"DateRated":"05\/17\/2010 08:24","GUID":"b9c8f850c2e84835bd1cdd3e3e4ad8a9","MemberId":3429627,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"3mailman3","SubmittedDate":"05\/17\/2010 09:30"},{"Comment":"<p>MADE THIS OVER THE WEEKEND.TASTE GREAT. I USED BROWN RICE INSTEAD WHITE RICE.<\/p>","CommentId":17,"DateRated":"05\/17\/2010 08:24","GUID":"b9c8f850c2e84835bd1cdd3e3e4ad8a9","MemberId":3429627,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"3mailman3","SubmittedDate":"05\/17\/2010 08:24"},{"Comment":"","CommentId":18,"DateRated":"05\/04\/2010 12:26","GUID":"e77dd339e855443ba4abcda97c623a98","MemberId":1232737,"Rating":0,"ScreenName":"kdman4","SubmittedDate":"05\/04\/2010 12:26"},{"Comment":"<p>Cut the onion and cilantro in half.<\/p>","CommentId":19,"DateRated":"03\/14\/2010 14:38","GUID":"DC975638711643EDB31AE8EA8D2489E2","MemberId":1906560,"Rating":2,"ScreenName":"hotdishes","SubmittedDate":"03\/14\/2010 14:38"},{"Comment":"<p>Everyone loves this recipe and asks for it. Nice and light and healthy!<\/p>","CommentId":20,"DateRated":"10\/28\/2009 14:47","GUID":"b86026e173e341db826fdc1d0fa9ffab","MemberId":4247289,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"susank505","SubmittedDate":"10\/28\/2009 14:47"},{"Comment":"<p>From yours truly! 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