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Makes: 6 Servings
Preparation Time: 30 minutes
Try this refreshing Mediterranean inspired dish with tomatoes and cucumbers and seasoned with mint and parsley. Ready in less than 30 minutes or make the night before for a bolder taste.
Ingredients
- 3 cups cooked brown rice
- 3/4 cup chopped cucumber
- 3/4 cup chopped tomato
- 1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint leaves
- 1/4 cup sliced green onions
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Directions
- Combine rice, cucumber, tomato, parsley, mint, green onions, olive oil, lemon juice, salt and pepper in large bowl.
- Toss well and chill.
Notes
- Use leftover brown rice from a meal cooked earlier in the week. Or, make a big batch on the weekend to use in this dish and for other easy weeknight meals.
- For best taste, refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow flavors to blend.
- Serve over fish or lean meats, with hummus and pita, or as a stuffing inside fresh tomatoes.
Source: Meeting Your MyPlate Goals on a Budget Toolkit by MyPlate National Strategic Partners.
Nutrition Information
Nutrients |
Amount |
---|---|
Total Calories |
200 |
Total Fat |
10 g |
Saturated Fat |
2 g |
Cholesterol |
0 mg |
Sodium |
200 mg |
Carbohydrates |
26 g |
Dietary Fiber |
2 g |
Total Sugars |
1 g |
Added Sugars included |
0 g |
Protein |
3 g |
Vitamin D |
0 mcg |
Calcium |
24 mg |
Iron |
1 mg |
Potassium |
202 mg |