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

Geovanny Sanchez
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I love the versatility of this salad. You can add or remove ingredients to suit your own taste.


mumi argishveb
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This salad is a great make-ahead meal. You can make it the night before and it will still be delicious the next day.


Abdullah Azam Qadri
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I've never been a big fan of rice salad, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so delicious and flavorful.


Lovely Kishan
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This salad is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love the colorful rice and the crunchy vegetables.


Seth Poncho
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I love the simplicity of this salad. It's made with a few simple ingredients, but it's packed with flavor.


Chido Moyosviyi
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This is the perfect salad to take to a potluck or picnic. It's easy to make and it travels well.


Loni Frankson
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I made this salad for a party and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it and asked for the recipe.


Nolen King
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This salad is so refreshing and flavorful. I love the combination of the rice, vegetables, and herbs.


Selim Khan
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I've made this salad several times and it's always a hit. It's a great way to use up leftover rice and vegetables.


Towid Ahmadi
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This is my new favorite rice salad recipe. It's so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Car nel
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I made this salad for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone loved the bright flavors and the crunchy texture of the vegetables.


Blessings Dalitso Assan
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This Greek rice salad is a delicious and refreshing dish that is perfect for a summer meal. The combination of rice, vegetables, and herbs is flavorful and satisfying.


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