Crunchy Nut Brown Rice Salad

Crunchy Nut Brown Rice Salad, a vegetarian dish that combines hearty brown rice with a medley of fresh vegetables and crunchy raw almonds. This American-inspired salad is perfect for those seeking a nutritious, nut-rich meal or side dish. With its satisfying texture and wholesome ingredients, it’s a fantastic option for picnics or meal prep.

Packed with protein from kidney beans and healthy fats from almonds, this salad is not only delicious but also supports a balanced diet. Easily accessible through easyChef Pro, you can create this recipe and enjoy the convenience of a shopping list for the best cost per serving.

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Recipe Collection: Lunch

Serving Size: 6

Cooking Time: 50 minutes

Overview

This Nutty Brown Rice Salad is a delightful cold dish combining the wholesome flavors of brown rice, fresh vegetables, and crunchy raw almonds. It's a nutritious alternative to traditional picnic salads, perfect for a healthy meal or side dish.

Diet Type

Vegetarian

Allergies

Nuts

Cuisine

American

Ingredients

• 1 Cup uncooked brown rice
• 1.5 Cups water
• 1 15 Ounces (oz) can kidney beans, rinsed and drained
• 0.25 Cups red onion, minced
• 0.25 Cups fresh mushrooms, sliced
• 0.25 Cups bite-size broccoli florets
• 0.25 Cups green bell pepper, minced
• 0.25 Cups red bell pepper, minced
• 0.25 Cups yellow bell pepper, minced
• 2 Tablespoons (tbsp) raw almonds, chopped
• 1 Pinch coarse black pepper, to taste
• 2 Tablespoons (tbsp) fat-free Italian-style dressing
• 1 Tablespoon (tbsp) extra-virgin olive oil

Steps

1. Combine the brown rice and water in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil over high heat. Cover, reduce the heat to medium-low, and simmer until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed, about 45 to 50 minutes. Remove from heat and allow to cool.
2. In a large bowl, combine the cooled rice, kidney beans, red onion, mushrooms, broccoli, green bell pepper, red bell pepper, yellow bell pepper, and almonds. Season with black pepper.
3. Toss the salad with Italian dressing and olive oil until well mixed.
4. Chill the salad for at least one hour before serving to enhance the flavors. Enjoy!