easy rice salad

When the season for cold meals arrives, this easy rice salad is most welcome. Try using black rice (sometimes marketed as forbidden rice) for added eye appeal.

Olive Rice Salad

raw medium-grain brown rice (see variations below recipe box)

corn kernels

black olives

green olives

red bell pepper (finely diced)

white cabbage

parsley

scallions (minced)

olive oil

lemon

Salt and pepper

Combine the rice with 2 cups of water in a small saucepan and bring to a slow boil. Lower the heat, cover, and cook until the water is absorbed, about 30 minutes.

Fluff the rice with a fork then let it cool completely.

Combine the rice with the remaining ingredients in a mixing bowl and toss together thoroughly. Serve at room temperature.

Here is a great, quick and easy recipe for a rice salad dish. It can be a great addition to any family meal or party, especially in the hot summer months.

Easy Rice Salad Recipe

raw, long grain white rice

onion, sliced thin

scallions, chopped

red bell pepper, chopped

fresh parsley, chopped

Tablespoons fresh mint, chopped

Tablespoon white wine vinegar

lemon juice

mayonnaise

sour cream

salt and black pepper,

Cook long grain white rice according to package instructions.

Place on a large sheet pan to cool.

In a large bowl, combine cooled rice, celery, onions, scallions, red bell pepper and herbs.

In a small bowl, stir together vinegar, lemon juice, mayo and sour cream.  Slowly add olive oil while whisking. Add salt and black pepper, to taste.

Combine to rice mixture with the dressing.

Place lid on bowl or cover tightly with plastic wrap. Refrigerate for a minimum of 4 hours before serving.

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