This hearty salad is inspired by Mediterranean flavors and is a great entrée for the summer months.
Ingredients
4 cups brown rice, cooked and at room temperature (made from about 1 cup uncooked brown rice)
2 cups spinach, chopped
1 cup grape tomatoes, quartered
1 small cucumber, diced
1 green bell pepper, diced
1 red bell pepper, diced
1/4 cup red onions, diced
1/4 cup kalamata olives, chopped
1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled (for vegan option, substitute 1/3 cup toasted slivered almonds in place of feta)
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tsp red wine vinegar
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1 clove garlic, pressed or minced
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
Instructions
In a large bowl, combine the rice, spinach, tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, red onions, olives and feta or almonds. Toss to combine.
In a small bowl, whisk together remaining ingredients to make dressing. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to coat. Serve cold or at room temperature.
