Best 10 Brown Rice Salad With Spinach And Tomatoes Recipes

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Embark on a culinary journey with this delectable brown rice salad, a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. This healthy and vibrant dish is a harmonious blend of wholesome brown rice, tender spinach, juicy tomatoes, and a zesty dressing that brings it all together. With its vibrant colors and textures, this salad is a feast for the eyes and a delight for the palate.

In addition to the main recipe, this article offers a treasure trove of culinary variations to suit diverse preferences and dietary needs. From a refreshing vegan version to a protein-packed option with grilled chicken, each recipe promises a unique taste experience. Whether you're a vegetarian seeking a nutritious and satisfying meal or a meat lover craving a flavorful and balanced dish, you'll find a recipe that caters to your desires.

So, prepare to indulge in this versatile and delectable brown rice salad, a culinary masterpiece that celebrates the goodness of wholesome ingredients. With its customizable options, this salad promises a delightful culinary adventure that will leave you craving more.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

MEDITERRANEAN BROWN RICE SALAD



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Recipe video above. This Brown Rice Salad looks way too healthy to taste as good as it does! The fresh dill and coriander/cilantro with the bright lemon dressing totally makes it. The perfectly cooked, nutty brown rice helps. Everything else is customisable.Serves 6 to 8 as a side, 4 as a meal. Keeps for 3 days. Exellent work lunch option, and serving for lunch with friends.

Provided by Nagi

Categories     Side Dish     Side Salad

Number Of Ingredients 16

3 cups cooked brown rice (, cooled but not cold)
2 tomatoes (, diced)
2 cucumbers (, diced (or 1 long English/continental cucumber))
1/2 red onion (, chopped (sub 2 stems green onion))
40g/ 4 cups tightly packed baby rocket/arugula (, roughly chopped (or baby spinach))
1/3 cup coriander/cilantro leaves (, roughly chopped (Note 2))
1/3 cup fresh dill leaves (, roughly chopped (Note 2))
3 tbsp lemon juice
5 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
1 garlic cloves (, minced using garlic press)
1/2 tsp Dijon mustard ((Note 3))
3/4 tsp salt (, kosher/cooking salt (1/2 tsp table salt))
1/2 tsp black pepper
1/2 cup black olive slices
200g/7oz halloumi (, sliced then pan fried in a little olive oil until golden and crispy)
Other topping options: feta, parmesan, nuts (Note 4)

Steps:

  • Place Dressing ingredients in a jar and shake well to combine.
  • Place Salad ingredients in a big bowl. Drizzle over Dressing, toss well.
  • Transfer to serving bowl. If using Halloumi, pile on top.
  • Serve!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 179 kcal, Carbohydrate 21 g, Protein 3 g, Fat 10 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 226 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 2 g, ServingSize 1 serving

BROWN RICE, TOMATOES AND BASIL



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Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     side-dish

Time 45m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup Texmati brown rice
2 teaspoons kosher salt, divided
1/4 cup Champagne or rice wine vinegar
2 teaspoons sugar
1 tablespoon good olive oil
Freshly ground black pepper
1 pound ripe tomatoes, large-diced
1 cup packed basil leaves (1 large bunch), chopped

Steps:

  • Bring 2 1/4 cups water to a boil and add the rice and 1 teaspoon of the salt. Return to a boil, cover, and simmer for 30 to 40 minutes, until the rice is tender and all the water is absorbed. Transfer the rice to a bowl.
  • Whisk together the vinegar, sugar, olive oil, remaining teaspoon of salt, and a pinch of pepper. Pour over the rice. Add the tomatoes and basil. Mix well and check the seasonings. Serve at room temperature.

BROWN-RICE SALAD WITH SPINACH AND TOMATOES



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Nutty brown rice makes a tasty fiber-rich addition to salads.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Salad Recipes

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 teaspoons red-wine vinegar
2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
1 garlic clove, minced
1/4 teaspoon sugar
Coarse salt and ground pepper
2 cups cooked brown rice
1 medium cucumber, peeled, halved lengthwise, seeded, and sliced
2 cups baby spinach
1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, whisk together oil, vinegar, dill, garlic, and sugar. Season generously with salt and pepper. Add rice, cucumber, spinach, and tomatoes; toss to combine.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 203 g, Cholesterol 1 g, Fat 8 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 4 g

SPINACH RICE SALAD



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Here's a salad that goes well with many menus. It has a hint of Asian flavor, with spinach and green onions for color and bacon for a bit of crunch.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 6-8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 cup Italian salad dressing
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1/2 teaspoon sugar
2 cups cooked rice
1 celery rib, thinly sliced
4 green onions, thinly sliced
2 cups thinly sliced fresh spinach
5 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the salad dressing, soy sauce and sugar. Stir in the rice, celery and onions. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour. , Just before serving, stir in spinach and bacon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 136 calories, Fat 8g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 3mg cholesterol, Sodium 443mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

MEDITERRANEAN BROWN RICE SALAD



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My family and friends all love this salad, which they've referred to as "the Greek salad." The recipe makes enough to feed a crowd, so it's a perfect bring-along for a big party. No matter what you're looking for-something with the Greek flavors you love, or just a healthy, simple salad-it will not disappoint! If you'd like, substitute orzo for the rice. -Sarah Hawkins, Wanatah, Indiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 1h5m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1-1/2 cups uncooked long grain brown rice
3-1/2 cups water
2 tablespoons white vinegar
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 garlic clove, minced
3/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup olive oil
1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
6 ounces fresh baby spinach (about 8 cups), coarsely chopped
16 ounces cherry tomatoes, halved
6 green onions, thinly sliced
2 cups (8 ounces) crumbled feta cheese

Steps:

  • In a saucepan, combine rice and water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed, 35-40 minutes., Meanwhile, place vinegars, garlic, pepper and salt in bowl and whisk together. While whisking, gradually add oil in a steady stream. Stir in basil., Place spinach in a large bowl; add cooked rice. Stir in tomatoes, green onions and dressing; toss until spinach is wilted. Gently stir in feta. Loosely cover and refrigerate 2 hours or until cold.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 55 calories, Fat 3g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 291mg sodium, Carbohydrate 3g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

BROWN RICE SALAD



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Provided by Alton Brown

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

6 slices bacon
1/2 cup diced red onion
1/2 cup white wine vinegar
1/2 cup chicken broth
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon sugar
1 teaspoon kosher salt, plus a pinch
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 recipe Baked Brown Rice, recipe follows
1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill
1 1/2 cups brown rice, medium or short grain
2 1/2 cups water
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
1 teaspoon kosher salt

Steps:

  • In a 10-inch saute pan over medium heat, fry the bacon until crisp. Drain, crumble, and set aside. Reserve 1 tablespoon of the bacon fat.
  • Add the red onion to the pan and cook until translucent, approximately 5 to 6 minutes. Add the vinegar, chicken broth, mustard, sugar, salt, and pepper to the pan and stir to combine. Add the bacon back to the pan along with the rice and cook, stirring occasionally, until the liquid is absorbed, approximately 7 to 10 minutes. Stir in the dill. Allow to cool slightly before serving.
  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
  • Place the rice into an 8-inch square glass baking dish.
  • Bring the water, butter, and salt just to a boil in a kettle or covered saucepan. Once the water boils, pour it over the rice, stir to combine, and cover the dish tightly with heavy-duty aluminum foil. Bake on the middle rack of the oven for 1 hour.
  • After 1 hour, remove cover and fluff the rice with a fork. Serve immediately.

SPINACH AND BROWN RICE CASSEROLE



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Provided by Jane E. Brody

Categories     casseroles, side dish

Time 40m

Yield 8 servings; an 8-ounce serving has about 210 calories

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 tablespoon oil
1 large onion, chopped
2 cups mushrooms, sliced
1 clove garlic
1 egg
1 tablespoon whole-wheat flour
2 cups low-fat cottage cheese
10 ounces frozen chopped spinach, drained
3 cups cooked brown rice
Freshly ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons sunflower seeds

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
  • Heat oil in Dutch oven, and saute onion, mushrooms and garlic until tender.
  • In a small bowl, mix egg, flour and cottage cheese. Add to sauteed vegetables, along with the spinach. Stir in rice, pepper, thyme and 1 tablespoon Parmesan cheese.
  • Turn into a greased 12-by-8-inch baking dish, and top with sunflower seeds and remaining Parmesan cheese.
  • Bake for at least 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 203, UnsaturatedFat 4 grams, Carbohydrate 25 grams, Fat 6 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 12 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 261 milligrams, Sugar 4 grams, TransFat 0 grams

AMAZING BROWN RICE SALAD



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A delicious brown rice salad recipe I concocted myself. Everyone loves it. Great to take to parties as a side dish.

Provided by Suzanne Gwinn

Categories     Salad     Grains     Rice Salad Recipes

Time 3h15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cups water
1 cup brown rice
¼ cup diced red onion
½ cup diced celery
¼ cup dried cranberries
½ cup balsamic vinaigrette salad dressing
1 tablespoon sugar

Steps:

  • In a saucepan, bring water to a boil. Stir in rice, cover, and reduce heat to low. Simmer for 45 to 60 minutes, or until done.
  • Transfer rice to a serving bowl, and stir in onion, celery, cranberries, salad dressing and sugar. Cover, refrigerate, and serve cold.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 302 calories, Carbohydrate 49.7 g, Fat 10.3 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 3.8 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, Sodium 364.6 mg, Sugar 9.9 g

BROWN-RICE SALAD WITH SPINACH AND TOMATOES



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Categories     Salad     Rice     Tomato     Spinach     Brown Rice     Simmer     Boil

Yield serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 1/2 cups water
3/4 cup brown rice
Coarse salt and ground pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 teaspoons red-wine vinegar
2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
1 garlic clove, minced
1/4 teaspoon sugar
1 medium cucumber, peeled, halved lengthwise, seeded, and sliced crosswise 1/4-inch thick
2 cups baby spinach
1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved

Steps:

  • Bring the water to a boil in a medium saucepan. Stir in brown rice and 1 teaspoon coarse salt. Cover and simmer over low heat until rice is tender and has absorbed all liquid, about 40 minutes. Remove from heat; let stand 10 minutes, then fluff with a fork.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together oil, vinegar, dill, garlic, and sugar. Season generously with salt and pepper. Add rice, cucumber, spinach, and tomatoes, and toss to combine. Serve immediately.
  • Buying and storing rice
  • Look for brown rice in packages or in the bulk section of the supermarket, alongside white rice. It is more perishable than white rice but will keep for up to 6 months if stored in an airtight container. For longer storage, freeze in a resealable plastic bag for up to 1 year.
  • Nutrition Information
  • (Per Serving)
  • Calories: 203
  • Fat: 8.1g (1.2g Saturated Fat)
  • Protein: 4g
  • Carbohydrates: 29.9g
  • Fiber: 3.6g

TURKISH SPINACH WITH TOMATOES AND RICE



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Not every tradition allows rice during Passover; in this fragrant dish there's just enough of it to add substance to the vegetables. Some Sephardic Jews have traditionally allowed rice during Passover, whereas many Ashkenazi Jews do not. There isn't much of it in this Turkish spinach dish, adapted from a recipe in Clifford A. Wright's "A Mediterranean Feast," just enough to add substance to the vegetables.

Provided by Martha Rose Shulman

Categories     dinner, weekday, soups and stews, appetizer

Time 50m

Yield 4 to 6 side-dish servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 pounds spinach, stemmed and washed in 2 changes water, or 1 pound baby spinach
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 can diced tomatoes in juice or, in season, 1 1/4 pound tomatoes, peeled, seeded and chopped
1 cup chicken stock, vegetable stock, garlic broth or water
2 to 3 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice (to taste)
3 tablespoons long grain or basmati rice, rinsed in several changes of water, or 1/2 cup cooked brown rice
Salt to taste
2 teaspoons paprika
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
3/4 to 1 teaspoon sugar (to taste)

Steps:

  • Wash the spinach and, working in batches if necessary, steam for about 2 minutes above an inch of boiling water, just until wilted. Remove from the heat and set aside.
  • Heat the olive oil over medium heat in a large, lidded skillet or casserole and add the garlic. Cook, stirring, until it begins to sizzle and smell fragrant, about 30 seconds, and stir in the tomatoes. Cook, stirring often, for 5 to 10 minutes, until the tomatoes have cooked down slightly. Add the stock or water, the lemon juice, rice, salt, paprika, cinnamon, sugar and steamed spinach and bring to a simmer.
  • Cover, turn the heat to low and simmer 15 minutes. Uncover and continue to cook until the mixture has the consistency of a thick stew, about 15 minutes. Taste and adjust seasonings. Serve hot or warm.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 109, UnsaturatedFat 4 grams, Carbohydrate 13 grams, Fat 5 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 5 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 557 milligrams, Sugar 2 grams

Tips:

  • Use fresh, ripe ingredients. This will ensure that your salad is packed with flavor.
  • Cook the brown rice ahead of time. This will save you time when you're assembling the salad.
  • Chop the vegetables into small pieces. This will make them easier to eat.
  • Add the dressing just before serving. This will prevent the salad from getting soggy.
  • Serve the salad immediately. Brown rice salad is best when it's fresh.

Conclusion:

Brown rice salad with spinach and tomatoes is a healthy and delicious side dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It's packed with nutrients, including fiber, protein, and vitamins A and C. It's also a good source of antioxidants, which can help protect your cells from damage. This salad is also very versatile. You can add or remove ingredients to suit your taste. For example, you could add grilled chicken, shrimp, or tofu. You could also add different vegetables, such as cucumber, bell pepper, or corn. No matter how you choose to make it, brown rice salad with spinach and tomatoes is a delicious and healthy option for your next meal.

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