Mediterranean-Inspired Greek Brown Rice Salad Recipe

This Greek Brown Rice Salad is a perfect combination of healthy ingredients and fresh Mediterranean flavors. Brown rice serves as the base for this colorful salad, packed with cucumbers, tomatoes, feta cheese, olives, and a tangy lemon vinaigrette. Perfect for a light lunch or a side dish for dinner!

Ingredients

• 1 cup brown rice
• 2 cups water
• 1 cucumber, diced
• 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
• 1/4 cup kalamata olives, sliced
• 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
• 1/4 cup red onion, diced
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

1. In a medium pot, bring water to a boil. Add brown rice, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20-25 minutes or until rice is cooked.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine cooked rice, cucumber, tomatoes, feta cheese, olives, parsley, and red onion.
3. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
4. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss until well combined.
5. Serve the Greek Brown Rice Salad chilled or at room temperature. Enjoy!

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