Nutty brown rice tabbouleh is a delicious, nutritious dish with vibrant Mediterranean flavors. The nutty flavor of cooked brown rice is balanced by the freshness of parsley, mint and vegetables, while a tangy lemon-olive oil dressing brings all of the ingredients together. While tabbouleh is often made with bulgur, brown rice is a healthy, gluten-free alternative that adds a chewy texture and nutty flavor to the dish. This recipe is easy to prepare and can be served as a main meal, side dish or salad.
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NUTTY BROWN-RICE TABBOULEH
Tabbouleh is a Middle Eastern salad typically made with bulgur (dried and ground or crushed wheat berries that are parboiled). Here, warm brown rice takes bulgur's place.
Categories bulgur ben towill healthy side middle eastern salad rice tabbouleh
Time 1h20m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a saucepan, bring the rice and 1 quart of water to a boil. Cover and cook over low heat for 50 minutes, or until the rice is tender. Let stand for 5 minutes; fluff with a fork.
- In a bowl, cover the apricots with hot water. Let stand for 10 minutes. Drain and chop.
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Spread the almonds and pine nuts on a baking sheet and toast until golden, about 5 minutes.
- In a large bowl, whisk the oil with the lemon juice. Add the rice, apricots, almonds, pine nuts, parsley, cilantro, mint, sunflower seeds, and tomatoes to the dressing. Toss well, season with salt and pepper, and serve.
PICKLED RICE TABBOULEH
This recipe can work with any kind of pickling liquid, even the ordinary brine in a jar of pickles or cornichons (we tested it with a few kinds). If brown rice isn't your thing, use another grain: Try barley, farro, or freekeh.
Provided by Cortney Burns
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Place racks in upper and lower thirds of oven; preheat to 350°F. Cook garlic and 1/3 cup olive oil in a small saucepan over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, until garlic is soft enough to easily smash against the side of the pan, 12-15 minutes. Let cool.
- Meanwhile, toast pumpkin seeds on a large rimmed baking sheet on upper rack, tossing occasionally, until golden brown, 8-10 minutes. Let cool.
- Blend cilantro, pumpkin seeds, chile, lime juice, pumpkin seed oil (if using), and garlic oil (with garlic) until smooth. Add a big pinch of salt and blend again.
- Place rice in a sieve or colander and rinse under running water until water runs clear (this removes surface starch and keeps rice from getting gummy). Combine rice, kombu (if using), and 2 cups water in a medium saucepan; season with salt and let sit 20 minutes.
- Bring rice to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover pan and cook until rice is tender, 30-35 minutes (you can also use a rice cooker; follow instructions for correct timing). Remove pan from heat and let sit (still covered) 15 minutes; fluff rice with a fork.
- Transfer warm rice to a large bowl and stir in 1/4 cup brine. Let rice cool completely, then toss in herbs, oil, lemon zest and juice, and remaining 1/4 cup brine; season with salt and pepper. Serve with sauce drizzled over.
NUTTY BROWN RICE SALAD
This delicious cold rice salad has the great flavors of brown rice, fresh veggies, and chopped raw almonds. This has replaced high fat, low nutrition picnic salads in this household.
Provided by Jackie Wood
Categories Salad Grains Rice Salad Recipes
Time 2h30m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Combine the rice and water in a small saucepan; bring to a boil over high heat. Cover, and reduce the heat to medium-low. Simmer until the rice is tender, and the liquid has been absorbed, 45 to 50 minutes. Remove from heat and allow to cool.
- Place cooled rice in a large bowl. Stir in the kidney beans, red onions, mushrooms, broccoli, bell peppers, and almonds; season with pepper. Toss salad with the Italian dressing and olive oil.
- Chill for at least one hour before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 223.1 calories, Carbohydrate 39.2 g, Fat 4.5 g, Fiber 6.3 g, Protein 7.1 g, SaturatedFat 0.6 g, Sodium 203.1 mg, Sugar 1.9 g
NUTTY BROWN RICE
Provided by Andrea Albin
Categories Nut Side Christmas Thanksgiving Quick & Easy Dinner Christmas Eve Brown Rice Nutmeg Simmer Gourmet Sugar Conscious Vegetarian Pescatarian Wheat/Gluten-Free Soy Free No Sugar Added Kosher
Yield Makes 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Bring water to a boil in a heavy medium saucepan. Add rice and 1/4 teaspoon salt, then reduce heat to low and simmer, uncovered, until rice is tender, about 40 minutes. Drain in a sieve.
- Heat butter in a large heavy skillet over medium heat until foam subsides. Add nuts and cook, stirring, until butter and nuts are golden brown, about 4 minutes.
- Add rice and nutmeg to skillet and toss to coat.
BROWN RICE TABOULI
Tabouli is a great side or light snack on a hot summer day. My version is for those that DON'T like bulgar or are gluten sensitive. I also have additions to make this a "one dish wonder" for a complete meal and/or more veggies to satisfy the pallet of vegetarians and meat-eaters alike. This recipe can also be made with bulgar or barley...it is the best the next day. I even took it to my church picnic and got rave reviews.
Provided by dlspoison
Categories Brown Rice
Time P1DT3m
Yield 1 salad, 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Bring the water to a boil and add the rice, cook to desired doneness or as per package directions. Add the juices and oil, stir thoroughly with a FORK! This will fluff the rice and distribute the liquids evenly to prevent sticking. Cool completely.
- As the rice is cooling, prepare the other ingredients. Add these once the rice is COMPLETELY cool.
- For best results let stand overnight.
- Optional add ins (for each 1/2 c of add in, add one serving to the total no. of servings shown): 1 cup diced FRESH mozzarella, 1/4 cup chopped green pepper, 1/4 cup chopped red pepper, 1/4 cup chopped yellow pepper, 1 sm can of white chicken breast.
NUTTY BROWN RICE PILAF
The pine nuts add the nutty flavour while the raisins bring a sweetness to the rice. I found this recipe in Canadian Living and it has become a staple. I wasn't a fan of brown rice until now. Try different brands as they do make a difference in texture and flavour, and the time for cooking can vary. Be careful when adding the pinch of cinnamon that a pinch is all you add or the flavour can be overpowering. Great as left overs.
Provided by heather in Ont
Categories Brown Rice
Time 1h15m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In heavy saucepan, heat oil over medium heat; cook onion, garlic, thyme, salt, pepper and cinnamon, stirring often, for 5 minutes or until softened.
- Add rice; cook, stirring for 1 minute.
- Add stock, currants and lemon rind; bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat to low; cover and cook for 50 - 60 minutes or until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.
- Let stand, covered for 5 minutes.
- Fluff with fork and sprinkle with pine nuts and onions.
Tips:
- Use fresh ingredients. This will help your tabbouleh taste its best.
- Rinse your rice well before cooking. This will remove any excess starch and help the rice cook evenly.
- Cook the rice according to package directions. Do not overcook it, or it will become mushy.
- Let the rice cool completely before assembling the tabbouleh. This will help prevent the tabbouleh from becoming soggy.
- Chop the vegetables and herbs finely. This will help them distribute evenly throughout the tabbouleh.
- Use a light, flavorful dressing. A simple vinaigrette or lemon-tahini dressing is a good option.
- Serve the tabbouleh chilled. This will help the flavors meld together.
Conclusion:
Nutty brown rice tabbouleh is a delicious and healthy side dish that is perfect for summer gatherings. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With its combination of nutty brown rice, fresh vegetables, and herbs, this tabbouleh is sure to be a hit at your next party or potluck.
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