BROWN RICE LENTIL SALAD

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"My family isn't always crazy about trying new recipes," DeAnn Howard writes from Lisbon, Iowa. "The first time I served this salad, they took tiny helpings just to appease me. But the unanimous verdict was 'It tastes great!'"

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 55m

Yield 7 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/2 cup uncooked brown rice
1 cup water
1 teaspoon chicken bouillon granules
1 cup cooked lentils
1 medium tomato, seeded and diced
1/3 cup thinly sliced green onion
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons lime juice
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan over medium heat, bring the rice, water and bouillon to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 40 minutes or until rice is tender. Cool., In a large bowl, combine the rice, lentils, tomato, onions and parsley. In a small bowl, combine the remaining ingredients. Pour over rice mixture; toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 111 calories, Fat 3g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 369mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Raja Sarfaraz
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover vegetables.


Cnthia Mucavela
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I love that this salad is so easy to make. It's a great weeknight meal.


Saroyar Hosen
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This salad is a great healthy option for a potluck or party.


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


Mandla Maxwell
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This salad is a great way to sneak some healthy vegetables into your kids' diet.


ira sarkar
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I'm not a vegetarian, but I really enjoy this salad. It's a great way to get more plant-based meals into my diet.


Mian Hassan Sheikh Thaheem
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This salad is a great make-ahead meal. I like to make it on the weekend and then eat it throughout the week for lunch or dinner.


Deeja's Empire
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I love the dressing for this salad. It's light and flavorful, and it really brings out the flavors of the other ingredients.


Andrew Laughlin
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover lentils and brown rice.


Hasmulah Ansari Hasmulah Ansari
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I made this salad for a picnic and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!


Dennis Menzie
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This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of fiber and protein. It's also really filling, so it's a great option for lunch or dinner.


Wilson migwi Mathai
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I'm not a big fan of lentils, but this salad changed my mind. The lentils were cooked perfectly and had a great flavor.


Majok Majok
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I love this salad because it's so versatile. I can add or remove ingredients to suit my taste, and it's always delicious.


ali abbaza
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This salad was a hit at my last potluck! The combination of lentils, brown rice, and vegetables was a great balance of flavors and textures.