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Mediterranean Rice Salad

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 250
A fresh and flavorful Mediterranean-inspired rice salad perfect for a light lunch or side dish.

Ingredients

For the Salad

  • 3 cups cooked basmati rice
  • 3 pieces Persian cucumbers, diced
  • 1 pint grape tomatoes, halved
  • 0.5 red onion finely diced red onion
  • 0.25 cup pitted Kalamata olives, roughly chopped
  • 0.25 cup fresh parsley, chopped

For the Dressing

  • 0.25 cup olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon oregano
  • 0.5 teaspoon cumin
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions 

  • Combine rice, cucumbers, tomatoes, onion, olives, and parsley in a large bowl.
  • Whisk together dressing ingredients in a small bowl or jar.
  • Pour dressing over salad and toss gently to combine.

Notes

Use fresh herbs for best flavor.
Calories: 250kcal
Cost: $12
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Keyword: Rice, Vegetables