Best 7 Greek Brown Rice Salad Recipes

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Amongst the diverse culinary delights of the Mediterranean region, Greek cuisine stands out with its vibrant flavors and healthy ingredients. Among its many delectable dishes, Greek brown rice salad has gained immense popularity due to its unique blend of textures, flavors, and nutritional value. This colorful salad combines the nutty flavor of brown rice with a refreshing medley of vegetables, herbs, and tangy dressing, creating a dish that is both satisfying and nourishing. Whether you're a seasoned chef or a novice in the kitchen, discovering the best recipe for Greek brown rice salad is a delightful journey that promises a delicious and wholesome addition to your culinary repertoire.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

GREEK RICE SALAD



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Delicious. The avocado makes the dressing a little creamy, though feel free to leave it out if you wish. Best made the same day you are going to serve it.

Provided by Audrey Noland

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes

Time 2h

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 cup uncooked long grain brown rice
2 ½ cups water
1 avocado - peeled, pitted, and diced
¼ cup lemon juice
2 vine-ripened tomatoes, diced
1 ½ cups diced English cucumbers
⅓ cup diced red onion
½ cup crumbled feta cheese
¼ cup sliced Kalamata olives
¼ cup chopped fresh mint
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon lemon zest
½ teaspoon minced garlic
½ teaspoon kosher salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Bring the brown rice and water to a boil in a saucepan over high heat. Reduce the heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until the rice is tender and the liquid has been absorbed, 45 to 50 minutes; remove from heat and allow to cool, fluffing occasionally with a fork.
  • Toss the avocado and lemon juice together in a large bowl. Add the tomatoes, cucumber, onion, feta, olives, mint, olive oil, lemon zest, garlic, salt, and pepper to the bowl; lightly toss the mixture until evenly combined. Fold the cooled rice gently into the mixture. Serve immediately or chill up to 1 hour; the salad does not last well for more than a day as the tomato and cucumber begin to release their juices and the salad becomes watery.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 223.5 calories, Carbohydrate 24.6 g, Cholesterol 8.3 mg, Fat 12.7 g, Fiber 3.9 g, Protein 4.5 g, SaturatedFat 2.9 g, Sodium 304.2 mg, Sugar 2.7 g

GREEK BROWN AND WILD RICE BOWLS



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This fresh rice dish tastes like the Mediterranean in a bowl! It's short on ingredients, but packs in so much flavor. For a hand-held version, leave out the rice and tuck the rest of the ingredients in a pita pocket. -Darla Andrews, Schertz, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 12m

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 package (8-1/2 ounces) ready-to-serve whole grain brown and wild rice medley
1/4 cup Greek vinaigrette, divided
1/2 medium ripe avocado, peeled and sliced
3/4 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
1/4 cup pitted Greek olives, sliced
Minced fresh parsley, optional

Steps:

  • In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the rice mix and 2 tablespoons vinaigrette. Cover and cook on high until heated through, about 2 minutes. Divide between 2 bowls. Top with avocado, tomatoes, cheese, olives, remaining dressing and, if desired, parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 433 calories, Fat 25g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 1355mg sodium, Carbohydrate 44g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 8g 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.

SPICY LAMB & FETA SKEWERS WITH GREEK BROWN RICE SALAD



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Kofta-style kebabs with feta, harissa and onion, served with a wholesome basmati rice flavoured with parsley and mint

Provided by Good Food team

Categories     Dinner

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 12

300g brown basmati rice
500g lamb mince
1 tbsp harissa
50g feta cheese
1 large red onion , ½ thinly sliced, ½ grated
large handful parsley , roughly chopped
large handful mint , roughly chopped
85g pitted black kalamata olive , quartered
1 cucumber , diced
300g cherry tomato , halved
1 tbsp olive oil
juice 1 lemon

Steps:

  • Soak 12 wooden skewers in water for 30 mins. Cook the rice following pack instructions, then rinse under cold water and drain thoroughly.
  • Heat the grill. Mix the mince with the harissa, feta, grated onion and seasoning. Form into 12 sausage shapes and thread onto the skewers. Lay on a non-stick baking tray and grill for 6-8 mins, turning until cooked through and slightly browned.
  • Mix the brown rice with the remaining ingredients and some seasoning. Serve alongside the hot skewers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 423 calories, Fat 18 grams fat, SaturatedFat 7 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 42 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 5 grams sugar, Fiber 5 grams fiber, Protein 23 grams protein, Sodium 1.2 milligram of sodium

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

GREEK RICE SALAD



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Make and share this Greek Rice Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by DailyInspiration

Categories     < 30 Mins

Time 21m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 cups cooked rice
2 (6 ounce) jars marinated artichoke hearts, drained and coarsely chopped (reserve marinade from artichoke hearts)
1 large tomatoes, seeded and chopped
1/2 large cucumber, seeded and chopped
1 medium red onion, chopped
1 cup feta cheese, crumbled
1 (2 ounce) can black olives, sliced (drained)
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
1 tablespoon lemon juice, fresh
1/2 teaspoon oregano, dried
1/2 teaspoon lemon pepper
lettuce leaf

Steps:

  • Combine cooked rice, chopped artichoke hearts, tomato, cucumber, onion, feta, olives, parsley, lemon juice, oregano, and lemon pepper in a large covered bowl. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour prior to serving.
  • Just before serving, drizzle the reserved artichoke marinade over salad, toss to blend, then spoon onto a lettuce-lined salad platter. Prep time includes refrigeration time.

GREEK RICE SALAD



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This is a quick and simple rice salad. The creamy feta blends beautifully with the black olives. If you leave out the cucumber, this is also lovely served warm. I like the flavour as it is but if you don't like vinaigrette tart, feel free to reduce the amount of red wine vinegar to 2 tablespoons.

Provided by Shuzbud

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 1h10m

Yield 2-3 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup long grain white rice, uncooked
2 cups hot water
1 cup cubed feta cheese (or more if you like!)
12 pitted black olives, sliced
1/2 cup finely cubed cucumber
4 tablespoons olive oil
3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 teaspoon dried ground oregano
salt and pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Cook the rice in the hot water, simmering over a low heat in a covered pan for around 20 minutes, until all the water has been absorbed.
  • When the rice is fully cooked, remove from the heat and allow to cool, for about 10 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, make the vinaigrette- in a bowl, beat the olive oil and red wine vinegar until they are completely blended. Add the ground oregano and salt and pepper to taste.
  • When the rice is cool, add the cubed feta, black olives, cucumber and vinaigrette.
  • Stir to mix and put in the fridge for 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavours to blend.

Tips:

  • For the best results, use a good quality brown rice, such as medium-grain or long-grain rice.
  • Rinse the rice thoroughly before cooking to remove any starch and impurities.
  • Cook the rice according to the package directions, or use the "rice" setting on your rice cooker.
  • Once the rice is cooked, let it cool slightly before adding the other ingredients to prevent the salad from becoming too soggy.
  • Use a variety of fresh, colorful vegetables in your salad to make it more visually appealing and nutritious.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different ingredients and flavors. You can add nuts, seeds, dried fruits, or even grilled chicken or fish to your salad.
  • Store the salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

Greek Brown Rice Salad is a delicious, versatile salad that can be enjoyed as a main course or a side dish. It's packed with flavor and nutrition, and it's a great way to use up leftover rice. With so many different variations to choose from, you're sure to find a Greek Brown Rice Salad recipe that you'll love.

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