BROWN RICE SALAD WITH GRILLED CHICKEN

Brown Rice Salad with Grilled Chicken image

This delightful dish is nutritious, simple to fix and brightens up any buffet table. It's a terrific way to use up leftover chicken, and you can add veggies according to your family's liking. -Glenda Harper of Cable, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 9 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

3 cups cooked brown rice
2 cups cubed grilled chicken breasts
2 medium apples, chopped
1 medium sweet red pepper, chopped
2 celery ribs, finely chopped
2/3 cup chopped green onions
1/2 cup chopped pecans
3 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
1/4 cup cider vinegar
3 tablespoons canola oil
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
Lettuce leaves, optional

Steps:

In a large bowl, combine the first eight ingredients. In a small bowl, whisk the vinegar, oil, lemon juice, salt and pepper. Pour over salad and toss to coat. Serve immediately or refrigerate. Serve in lettuce-lined bowls if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 236 calories, Fat 11g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 26mg cholesterol, Sodium 295mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 12g protein.