ARUGULA & BROWN RICE SALAD

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When we have company, arugula with brown rice is always on the menu. It's my go-to pick for the potluck and party circuit, and I'm always sharing the recipe. -Mindy Oswalt, Winnetka, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 package (8.8 ounces) ready-to-serve brown rice
7 cups fresh arugula or baby spinach (about 5 ounces)
1 can (15 ounces) garbanzo beans or chickpeas, rinsed and drained
1 cup crumbled feta cheese
3/4 cup loosely packed basil leaves, torn
1/2 cup dried cherries or cranberries
DRESSING:
1/4 cup olive oil
1/4 teaspoon grated lemon zest
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Heat rice according to package directions. Transfer to a large bowl; cool slightly., Stir arugula, beans, cheese, basil and cherries into rice. In a small bowl, whisk dressing ingredients. Drizzle over salad; toss to coat. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 473 calories, Fat 22g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 15mg cholesterol, Sodium 574mg sodium, Carbohydrate 53g carbohydrate (17g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 13g protein.

Iliya Usman
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This salad is a delicious and healthy option that I will definitely be making again.


Marge Buchner
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This salad is a great way to change up your usual salad routine.


Camila White
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I've tried many arugula salads, but this one is by far the best.


Daniel Zulu
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This salad is perfect for a light lunch or dinner.


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


Md Rifadul Islam
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I would definitely recommend this salad to others.


Gameli Goka
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This salad is a great make-ahead meal. It's even better the next day.


Evil Noyon
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I'm not usually a fan of arugula, but I really enjoyed it in this salad.


Mutasim Bellah
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I made this salad for my family and they all loved it.


Eddie Calderon
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The dressing is light and flavorful, and it doesn't overpower the other ingredients.


Gerishom Wainaina Nganga
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover brown rice.


Mariya Islam
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I love the addition of the pine nuts and dried cranberries. They add a nice crunch and sweetness to the salad.


Rafeeq Ahmed
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This salad is perfect for a summer picnic or potluck.


Zainshahzainshah
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The arugula and brown rice made this salad a nice and healthy option.


Faruq Hossain
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I've made this salad several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Sangita Lama
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This salad was a hit at my last party! Everyone loved the combination of flavors and textures.