BROCCOLI-RICE SALAD

Broccoli-Rice Salad image

Looking for a new side for chicken, fish or beef? A flavored rice mix jump-starts this one that includes broccoli and chickpeas.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Time 35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

1 package (4.4 oz) butter and herb flavor rice and sauce mix
1 box (9 oz) Frozen Broccoli Cuts
1 large green bell pepper, chopped (1 1/2 cups)
1 can (19 oz) Progresso™ chickpeas (garbanzo beans), drained
2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
1/2 teaspoon grated lemon peel
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 tablespoons lemon juice

Steps:

Make rice and sauce mix as directed on package. Cool 15 minutes.
Meanwhile, cook broccoli as directed on box. Drain; cool 15 minutes.
In large bowl, mix cooked rice, cooked broccoli and remaining ingredients. Serve immediately, or cover and refrigerate until serving time.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 400, Carbohydrate 58 g, Cholesterol 5 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 9 g, Protein 14 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 640 mg, Sugar 2 g, TransFat 0 g