Skip to content Skip to sidebar Skip to footer
Home / brown / healthy / recipes / rice / salad

Healthy Brown Rice Salad Recipes

Post a Comment
Table of Contents [Show]

Mediterranean Brown Rice Salad (Vegan, Gluten Free) Recipe Rice salad vegan, Vegan salad
Mediterranean Brown Rice Salad (Vegan, Gluten Free) Recipe Rice salad vegan, Vegan salad from www.pinterest.co.uk

Description

Brown rice is a staple food that is rich in fiber, vitamins, and minerals. It is a healthy alternative to white rice and can be used in a variety of dishes. One of the best ways to enjoy brown rice is in a salad. Brown rice salad is a nutritious and filling dish that can be served as a main course or a side dish. It is perfect for lunch, dinner or as a snack.

Prep Time

The prep time for brown rice salad is about 10 minutes. You will need to cook the brown rice according to the package instructions, which usually takes around 40 minutes. While the rice is cooking, you can prepare the other ingredients.

Cook Time

The cook time for brown rice salad is about 40 minutes for the rice. Once the rice is cooked, the salad can be assembled in just a few minutes.

Ingredients

For the salad:
  • 2 cups cooked brown rice
  • 1 can of chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 1 yellow bell pepper, diced
  • 1/2 red onion, diced
  • 1 cup of cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cup of cucumber, diced
  • 1/2 cup of chopped fresh parsley
For the dressing:
  • 1/4 cup of olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons of red wine vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon of honey
  • 1 teaspoon of Dijon mustard
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Equipment

  • A large pot for cooking the rice
  • A sharp knife for chopping the vegetables
  • A mixing bowl for the salad
  • A whisk for mixing the dressing

Method

  1. Cook the brown rice according to the package instructions and set aside to cool.
  2. While the rice is cooking, prepare the other ingredients.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked brown rice, chickpeas, diced bell peppers, red onion, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and chopped parsley.
  4. In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper.
  5. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.
  6. Refrigerate the salad for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.
  7. Garnish with additional parsley before serving.

Notes

You can add other ingredients to this salad to suit your taste. Some great additions include feta cheese, olives, avocado, and grilled chicken. You can also use different types of rice for this salad. Quinoa, wild rice, or barley would all work well.

Nutrition Info

This salad serves six people and each serving contains approximately:
  • Calories: 250
  • Protein: 6g
  • Fat: 10g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 6g

Recipe Tips

To save time, you can use leftover rice for this salad. Make sure you rinse the chickpeas before adding them to the salad to remove any excess salt. To make this salad vegan, substitute the honey with maple syrup or agave nectar.

Post a Comment for "Healthy Brown Rice Salad Recipes"