Best 7 Summery Brown Rice Salad With Fresh Herbs Recipes
When the warm days of summer arrive, it's time to lighten up your meals with fresh and vibrant flavors. If you're looking for a dish that is both delicious and healthy, look no further than this delectable summery brown rice salad with fresh herbs. Packed with nutritious brown rice, an array of colorful vegetables, and a zesty lemon-herb dressing, this salad is a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. It's perfect for a light lunch, a refreshing side dish, or even as a main course for a vegetarian meal.
Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!
AMAZING BROWN RICE SALAD
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
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
MEDITERRANEAN BROWN RICE SALAD
Recipe video above. This Brown Rice Salad looks way too healthy to taste as good as it does! The fresh dill and coriander/cilantro with the bright lemon dressing totally makes it. The perfectly cooked, nutty brown rice helps. Everything else is customisable.Serves 6 to 8 as a side, 4 as a meal. Keeps for 3 days. Exellent work lunch option, and serving for lunch with friends.
Provided by Nagi
Categories Side Dish Side Salad
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Place Dressing ingredients in a jar and shake well to combine.
- Place Salad ingredients in a big bowl. Drizzle over Dressing, toss well.
- Transfer to serving bowl. If using Halloumi, pile on top.
- Serve!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 179 kcal, Carbohydrate 21 g, Protein 3 g, Fat 10 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 226 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 2 g, ServingSize 1 serving
GARDEN HERB RICE SALAD
This recipe is so quick and tasty, you will want to make it for any get-together. It is best served chilled.-Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Greendale, Wisconsin
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 20m
Yield 4-6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a large salad bowl, combine the first eight ingredients. Whisk together oil, lemon juice, salt and pepper; pour over salad and toss well. Chill for 30 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 267 calories, Fat 16g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 7mg cholesterol, Sodium 138mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 5g protein.
WARM HERBED CORIANDER RICE SALAD
Provided by Ruth Cousineau
Categories Herb Side Pecan Zucchini Healthy Party Potluck Brown Rice Coriander Cumin Gourmet Vegan Vegetarian Pescatarian Dairy Free Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added Kosher
Yield Makes 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Bring rice and water to a boil with 1 tablespoon oil and 1/2 teaspoon salt in a 2-quart heavy saucepan. Cover and cook over low heat until water is absorbed and rice is tender, about 50 minutes. Let stand, covered, 10 minutes, then transfer to a shallow baking pan and cool to warm.
- While rice is standing, cook coriander and cumin seeds in remaining 2 tablespoons oil in 12-inch heavy skillet over medium heat, stirring constantly, until fragrant and a shade darker, 1 to 2 minutes. Add garlic, zucchini, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper and cook, stirring frequently, until zucchini is crisp-tender, 5 to 7 minutes. Toss zucchini mixture with rice, herbs, lemon juice, pecans, and salt and pepper to taste.
SUMMERY BROWN RICE SALAD WITH FRESH HERBS
Inspired by my Recipe #389128, this is perfect for any picnic or BBQ. Feel free to add ANY veggies you have lying around. My best friend said that it would be good with tomatoes and avocados. Cooking time includes cooking and cooling the rice.
Provided by Prose
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 3h10m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- At least a few hours before you plan to serve this dish, cook the brown rice according to the package directions. Allow it to cool for about an hour.
- Chop the herbs and veggies. Whisk the oil and lemon juice together.
- Mix rice, herbs, veggies, dressing, and pine nuts (if using). Season to taste with salt and pepper. Refrigerate for at least one hour to let the flavors marry.
BROWN RICE SALAD
A scrumptious salad bursting with flavor and textures is tossed with a creamy vinaigrette dressing!
Provided by dakota kelly
Categories Salad Grains Rice Salad Recipes
Time 2h20m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Place rice and water in a medium saucepan, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer 45 to 60 minutes.
- In a medium bowl, mix the sour cream, red wine vinegar, lime juice, honey, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Refrigerate until ready to use.
- Place bacon in a skillet. Cook over medium high heat until evenly brown. Drain, crumble, and set aside.
- In a large bowl, mix the rice, dressing mixture, bacon, bell pepper, green onions, peas, almonds, and cilantro. Chill at least 1 hour before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 202.9 calories, Carbohydrate 30.5 g, Cholesterol 13.7 mg, Fat 6.8 g, Fiber 3.3 g, Protein 5.4 g, SaturatedFat 2.8 g, Sodium 143.6 mg, Sugar 3.3 g
SPICY BROWN RICE SALAD
A cold rice salad that is an excellent companion dish in the summer. It is also a convenient make ahead dish to stream line meal prep for large gatherings. Feel free to play with the herbs used in the salad. Just remember that the herb that is added while the rice is still hot will be the dominant flavor.
Provided by Mz. Cat
Categories Brown Rice
Time 3h30m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Cook rice. While still hot mix with olive oil, vinegars, salt, pepper, and tarragon.
- Let stand to cool for at least an hour. Add remaining ingredients.
- To increase protein in this dish, garnish with crumbled hard boiled egg.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 181.9, Fat 7.7, SaturatedFat 1.1, Sodium 392.1, Carbohydrate 25.6, Fiber 1.6, Sugar 0.9, Protein 2.8
Tips:
- Use high-quality ingredients: Fresh herbs, crisp vegetables, and flavorful rice are key to a delicious salad. Look for organic produce whenever possible.
- Don't overcook the rice: Brown rice should be cooked until it is tender but still has a slight chewiness to it. Overcooked rice will be mushy and unpleasant.
- Let the salad cool completely: This will allow the flavors to meld and the rice to absorb the dressing. A warm salad will wilt the herbs and vegetables.
- Use a light hand with the dressing: You don't want to overpower the delicate flavors of the salad. Start with a small amount of dressing and add more to taste.
- Serve the salad immediately: This salad is best enjoyed fresh. If you need to make it ahead of time, store it in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours. Bring it to room temperature before serving.
Conclusion:
This summery brown rice salad is a delicious and healthy option for a light lunch or dinner. It is packed with fresh herbs, crisp vegetables, and flavorful rice. The salad is also easy to make and can be tailored to your own preferences. With so many variations possible, you can enjoy this salad all summer long.
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