Best Super Easy Brown Rice Salad Recipes

THE BEST EVER BROWN RICE SALAD

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I'm not a huge fan of brown rice but once I'd tasted this salad I just couldn't get enough. It's very refreshing and versitile and everyone I know loves it.

Provided by meshell b

Categories Brown Rice

Time 30m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1 1/2 cups brown rice
1 red bell pepper, chopped
3 spring onions, chopped
3 tablespoons parsley, finely chopped
1 1/2 cups cashew nuts
1 lemon, juice of
5 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/4 cup sultana (optional)
1 tablespoon pine nuts (optional)

Steps:

Place the lemon juice, olive oil, vinegar and worcestershire sauce in a screw top jar and shake well.
Cook the brown rice acording to the packet instructions, drain and place in a bowl. While the rice is still warm, mix in all the other ingredients including the dressing, stir thoroughly.
Serve at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 478, Fat 28.6, SaturatedFat 5, Sodium 234.7, Carbohydrate 49.6, Fiber 3.3, Sugar 3.4, Protein 9.3

AMAZING BROWN RICE SALAD

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A delicious brown rice salad recipe I concocted myself. Everyone loves it. Great to take to parties as a side dish.

Provided by Suzanne Gwinn

Categories Salad Grains Rice Salad Recipes

Time 3h15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

2 cups water
1 cup brown rice
¼ cup diced red onion
½ cup diced celery
¼ cup dried cranberries
½ cup balsamic vinaigrette salad dressing
1 tablespoon sugar

Steps:

In a saucepan, bring water to a boil. Stir in rice, cover, and reduce heat to low. Simmer for 45 to 60 minutes, or until done.
Transfer rice to a serving bowl, and stir in onion, celery, cranberries, salad dressing and sugar. Cover, refrigerate, and serve cold.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 302 calories, Carbohydrate 49.7 g, Fat 10.3 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 3.8 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, Sodium 364.6 mg, Sugar 9.9 g

MEDITERRANEAN BROWN RICE SALAD

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My family and friends all love this salad, which they've referred to as "the Greek salad." The recipe makes enough to feed a crowd, so it's a perfect bring-along for a big party. No matter what you're looking for-something with the Greek flavors you love, or just a healthy, simple salad-it will not disappoint! If you'd like, substitute orzo for the rice. -Sarah Hawkins, Wanatah, Indiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 1h5m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

1-1/2 cups uncooked long grain brown rice
3-1/2 cups water
2 tablespoons white vinegar
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 garlic clove, minced
3/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup olive oil
1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
6 ounces fresh baby spinach (about 8 cups), coarsely chopped
16 ounces cherry tomatoes, halved
6 green onions, thinly sliced
2 cups (8 ounces) crumbled feta cheese

Steps:

In a saucepan, combine rice and water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed, 35-40 minutes., Meanwhile, place vinegars, garlic, pepper and salt in bowl and whisk together. While whisking, gradually add oil in a steady stream. Stir in basil., Place spinach in a large bowl; add cooked rice. Stir in tomatoes, green onions and dressing; toss until spinach is wilted. Gently stir in feta. Loosely cover and refrigerate 2 hours or until cold.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 55 calories, Fat 3g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 291mg sodium, Carbohydrate 3g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.