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https://eatfresh.org/eatfreshorg-mini-courseBrown Rice and Tomato Salad
Photo attribution: Athena Roesler Ready In:
55 minutes
Serves: 6
What you'll need
Medium saucepan
Sharp knife
Whisk or fork
Small bowl
Ingredients
1 cup Long-grain Brown Rice
2 tablespoons Red Wine Vinegar
1 1/2 pounds Cherry Tomatoes cut in half
1 cup Fresh Herbs chopped (such as cilantro, dill, parsley, basil, and/or mint)
4 Scallions finely chopped
Directions
1.
In a medium saucepan, bring water to a boil. Mix in rice and salt and bring back to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until rice is tender and water is absorbed, about 40 minutes. 2.
In the meanwhile, whisk vinegar and sugar together in a small bowl. Gradually whisk in oil. 3.
When rice is done, transfer rice to a large bowl, fluff with fork and cool. Toss together rice with dressing and tomatoes, herbs, scallions, and salt and pepper. Enjoy! Chef's Tips
- Can use plum tomatoes (seeded and diced) instead of cherry tomatoes.
Amount Per Serving |
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Calories 183 |
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% Daily Value* |
Total Fat 6 g | 8% |
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| Saturated Fat 1 g | 5% |
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Sodium 406 mg | 18% |
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Total Carbohydrate 30 g | 11% |
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| Dietary Fiber 3 g | 11% |
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Protein 4 g | |
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* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs: