Lunch
Minty Rice Salad
A cool and refreshing rice salad with fresh mint, lemon, and vegetables. Light and fragrant—perfect for hot days or as a side to grilled dishes.
Ingredients:
- 2 cups cooked brown or wild rice
- 3 medium tomatoes, seeded and finely chopped
- 1 cup fresh or frozen peas
- 1 cucumber, seeded and finely chopped
- 1 green bell pepper, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup sliced green onions 1/2 cup sliced radishes
- 1/3 cup olive oil
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint 1/4 teaspoon pepper
Directions:
- In a large bowl, combine rice, tomatoes, peas, cucumber, green pepper, green onions and radishes; set aside. In a small bowl, combine remaining ingredients. Pour over rice and vegetables; mix well. Chill for at least 1 hour. Serve cold.