MEDITERRANEAN RICE SALAD

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This recipe makes a very flavorful chilled side salad filled with rice and vegetables, and dressed with oil and vinegar.

Provided by BENADAM

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
1 cup uncooked long grain white rice
2 ½ cups water
1 cup drained canned French style green beans
1 cup pitted black olives
1 roasted red pepper, drained and diced
1 green bell pepper, diced
1 dill pickle spear, diced
2 roma (plum) tomatoes, diced
3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 tablespoon white wine vinegar

Steps:

  • Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Stir in rice, and cook until lightly browned. Pour in the water. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, and simmer until all liquid has been absorbed.
  • In a large bowl, mix the green beans, olives, red pepper, green pepper, pickle, tomatoes, and garlic. Toss with the rice. Sprinkle with vinegar and remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil, and toss to coat. Cover, and refrigerate 1 hour, or until completely cooled, before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 228.5 calories, Carbohydrate 31.9 g, Fat 9.7 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 3.6 g, SaturatedFat 1.4 g, Sodium 606.6 mg, Sugar 1.9 g

SM Entertainment
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover rice.


Syad Akhtar
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I love the combination of flavors in this salad.


Mirah Casiquin
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This salad is the perfect dish to bring to a potluck.


CSB BAN
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I've made this salad several times, and it's always a hit.


Haji Khannn
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This salad is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


NNADI CHIMOBI
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I'm so glad I found this recipe.


Tehzeeb ullah
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I love that this salad is so healthy and flavorful.


Khaled Ahmed
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This salad is the perfect side dish for grilled chicken or fish.


nayon ahmed
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I made this salad for a picnic, and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved it!


jezzi bella
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This rice salad is a keeper!


Chloe Goose
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I'm definitely going to make this salad again.


Ashrakat Ashraf (Sherry)
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover rice.


peter ochungo
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I love the pop of flavor that the tomatoes and cucumbers add to this salad.


malikali malikali
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This salad is the perfect summer dish. It's light and refreshing, and it's packed with healthy ingredients.


Pekhawari AyashAwan
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I'm not a huge fan of rice salad, but this recipe changed my mind. The combination of flavors and textures is amazing.


Milo Jarow
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This rice salad is so easy to make, and it's so versatile. I love that I can add or subtract ingredients to suit my taste.


Jamshaid khan
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I've made this salad several times now, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's the perfect dish to bring to a party or picnic, and it's also great for meal prep.


Trecina Mungaba
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This Mediterranean rice salad was a hit at my last potluck! The flavors were bright and fresh, and the salad was packed with healthy ingredients. I especially loved the combination of the fluffy rice, tender vegetables, and tangy dressing.


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