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Brown Rice and Tomato Salad

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Photo attribution: Athena Roesler
Ready In: 55 minutes
Serves: 6
Dairy-freeLow Added SugarVeganVegetarian

What you'll need

Medium saucepan
Sharp knife
Whisk or fork
Small bowl

Ingredients

Serves 6
2 1/4 cups Water
1 cup Long-grain Brown Rice
1 teaspoon Salt
2 tablespoons Red Wine Vinegar
1 teaspoon Sugar
2 tablespoons Olive Oil
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.

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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.

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In the meanwhile, whisk vinegar and sugar together in a small bowl. Gradually whisk in oil.

3.

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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.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size 0.16

Serving Per Container 6

Amount Per Serving
Calories 183
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 6 g8%
Saturated Fat 1 g5%
Sodium 406 mg18%
Total Carbohydrate 30 g11%
Dietary Fiber 3 g11%
Protein 4 g

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs:

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