MEDITERRANEAN BROWN RICE SALAD

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This is a favorite of mine! My stepmom and I first made this my freshman year in college as an experiment, and I have been making it ever since. May be served hot or cold.

Provided by Anne

Categories     Salad     Grains     Rice Salad Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 ½ cups uncooked brown rice
3 cups water
1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
1 cup frozen green peas, thawed
½ cup raisins
¼ sweet onion (such as Vidalia®), chopped
¼ cup chopped Kalamata olives
½ cup vegetable oil
¼ cup balsamic vinegar
1 ¼ teaspoons Dijon mustard
salt and ground black pepper to taste
¼ cup feta cheese

Steps:

  • Bring brown rice and water to a boil in a saucepan over high heat. Reduce heat to medium-low; cover and simmer until rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed, 45 to 50 minutes.
  • Combine red bell pepper, peas, raisins, onion, and olives in a bowl.
  • Whisk vegetable oil, vinegar, and mustard together in a separate bowl for the balsamic dressing.
  • Stir brown rice and balsamic dressing into vegetable mixture. Season with salt and black pepper.
  • Top brown rice and vegetables with feta cheese before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 451.4 calories, Carbohydrate 54.6 g, Cholesterol 9.3 mg, Fat 23.5 g, Fiber 3.6 g, Protein 7.1 g, SaturatedFat 4.4 g, Sodium 273.4 mg, Sugar 12.4 g

Saleha Shaikh
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The dressing is a bit too tangy for my taste.


Michelle Chikowero
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This salad is a bit too oily for my taste.


Charles Gelineau
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I'm not a fan of Mediterranean food, but this salad is an exception. It's so flavorful and refreshing.


Dangel Prime Tv
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This salad is a great option for a light and healthy lunch or dinner.


Joseph Antwi Adams
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I'm always looking for new and healthy salad recipes, and this one definitely fits the bill.


Linenceba MENZI
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This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables.


David Hathaway
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I love the combination of flavors in this salad. The roasted vegetables, brown rice, and dressing are all perfect together.


Shojib's Channel ST
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This salad is perfect for meal prep. I made a big batch on Sunday and ate it for lunch all week.


Freefire Max
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I added some grilled chicken to this salad for a little extra protein. It was a great addition!


Chioma Samson
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover roasted vegetables. I had some roasted broccoli and zucchini, and they worked perfectly in this salad.


Jose Morales
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I'm not a huge fan of brown rice, but this salad changed my mind. The roasted vegetables and dressing are so flavorful that they make the brown rice taste amazing.


Orane Hall
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This salad is so refreshing and delicious. The lemon-tahini dressing is the perfect complement to the roasted vegetables and brown rice. I will definitely be making this salad again and again.


laiba Yousaf
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I love how easy this recipe is to make. I was able to whip it up in about 30 minutes, and it was a huge hit with my family. The leftovers were just as good the next day.


MD kasem Khan
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I followed the recipe exactly and the salad turned out amazing! The roasted vegetables were perfectly tender and flavorful, and the dressing was light and tangy. I will definitely be making this salad again.


Pedro Cristobal
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This Mediterranean Brown Rice Salad is a delightful dish that is packed with flavor and texture. The combination of brown rice, roasted vegetables, and fresh herbs creates a satisfying and healthy meal that is perfect for a summer picnic or potluck.