Rice Salad

Ingredients

• 1 cup long-grain white or brown rice, cooked
• 1/2 cup red bell pepper, diced
• 1/2 cup yellow bell pepper, diced
• 1/2 cup orange bell pepper, diced
• 1/2 cup cucumber, diced
• 1/4 cup red onion, diced
• 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
• 1/4 cup fresh mint, chopped
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

1. In a large bowl, combine the cooked rice, bell peppers, cucumber, red onion, parsley, and mint.
2. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil and red wine vinegar, then pour over the rice mixture and toss to combine.
3. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
4. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

Interesting Facts

• Rice salads are a great way to use up leftover rice.
• Rice salads can be served as a side dish or a light meal.
• This rice salad is loaded with nutritious vegetables.
• You can add other vegetables, such as carrots or celery, to this salad.
• This salad can be served chilled or at room temperature.