BROWN RICE, TOMATO AND BASIL SALAD

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Categories     Salad     Herb     Tomato     Picnic     Vegetarian     Lunch     Basil     Summer     Vegan     Brown Rice     Bon Appétit     Sugar Conscious     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 1/4 cups water
1 cup long-grain brown rice (such as Texmati)
2 teaspoons coarse salt
2 tablespoons Champagne vinegar or white wine vinegar
2 teaspoons sugar
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 pound tomatoes, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1 cup (packed) fresh basil leaves, finely chopped

Steps:

  • Bring 2 1/4 cups water to boil in heavy medium saucepan. Mix in rice and salt. Cover, reduce heat to low and simmer until rice is tender and water is absorbed, about 40 minutes. Transfer rice to large bowl; fluff with fork and cool.
  • Whisk vinegar and sugar in small bowl. Gradually whisk in oil. Pour over rice. Add tomatoes and basil and toss to combine. Season with salt and pepper. (Can be made 6 hours ahead. Cover; chill. Bring to room temperature before serving.)

Mahmudul Hasan
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This salad is a keeper.


yasir Yasir
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I love the combination of flavors and textures in this salad.


sarshi satoru
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This is a refreshing and flavorful salad.


Joe Fuentes
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I've made this salad several times and it's always a hit.


Grayson Monroe Prescott
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover rice.


Naziru Usman
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I'm not a big fan of tomatoes, but I loved this salad. The dressing is so flavorful that it really complements the tomatoes.


Tanya Smit
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This salad is a great make-ahead dish. You can make it up to a day ahead of time and it will still be delicious.


Alex Comeaux
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I love the simplicity of this salad. It's made with just a few fresh ingredients, but it's packed with flavor.


Hailey Reams
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This salad is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. It's also a great way to sneak in some extra nutrients.


Akhtar Rampuri
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I made this salad for dinner last night and it was a hit with my family. Even my picky kids loved it.


Allahnoor 7 Allahnoor 7
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This salad is so refreshing and flavorful. The dressing is light and tangy, and the tomatoes and basil are so fresh. I love that it's also a healthy dish.


real K Boy
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I've made this salad several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's perfect for summer picnics and potlucks.


Ricky Shelby
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover brown rice. It's also a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables.


Salha Faraj
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I'm not usually a fan of brown rice, but this salad changed my mind. The dressing is so flavorful and the tomatoes and basil are so fresh. I will definitely be making this again.


Milky Arnil
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This salad is so easy to make and it's packed with flavor. I will definitely be making it again.


Yakubu A Mutalib
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I made this salad for a potluck and it was a hit. Everyone loved it.


Dj Aza
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This is a delicious and healthy salad. I love the combination of flavors and textures.