Description
This brown rice salad is a filling gluten-free option for a quick meal or a simple side, super tasty with apples, pecans, peas, and a fresh vinaigrette.
Ingredients
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For the Salad:
- 1 cup brown rice
- 1 cup chopped apples (about 1 small apple)
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
- 1/2 cup pecans, toasted and chopped
- 1/2 cup green peas, fresh or frozen and thawed
- 2 tablespoons finely sliced green onion
- Salt and pepper, to taste
For the Dressing:
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon whole grain mustard
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 teaspoons honey
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Cook rice according to package directions. Cool completely and set aside.
- Place all salad ingredients, except for the rice, in a large bowl. Mix well. Add the rice and mix again until completely incorporated.
- Make the dressing by whisking together all of the dressing ingredients in a small bowl. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
- Pour the dressing onto the salad and stir. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Serve immediately, or chill and serve later.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Grain Salad
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Vegetarian
Keywords: brown rice, salad, apples, cranberries, peas