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Brown Rice Salad Recipe With Cashews

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Description

This brown rice salad recipe with cashews is a healthy and delicious meal that is perfect for any occasion. The combination of brown rice, roasted cashews, and a variety of fresh vegetables makes for a satisfying and flavorful dish. It's also incredibly easy to make, with just a few simple steps that anyone can follow.

Prep Time

The prep time for this brown rice salad recipe is around 20 minutes. This includes chopping the vegetables, cooking the brown rice, and roasting the cashews.

Cook Time

The cook time for the brown rice is around 45 minutes.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup brown rice
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 red bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 yellow bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/2 cup red onion, chopped
  • 1/2 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1/2 cup roasted cashews, chopped
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan with lid
  • Large mixing bowl
  • Baking sheet

Method

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F.
  2. Rinse the brown rice in a strainer and transfer it to a medium saucepan with 2 cups of water.
  3. Cover the saucepan with a lid and bring the water to a boil over high heat.
  4. Reduce the heat to low and simmer the rice for 45 minutes or until tender.
  5. While the rice is cooking, chop the red and yellow bell peppers, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and fresh parsley.
  6. Spread the chopped cashews out evenly on a baking sheet and roast them in the preheated oven for 5-7 minutes or until golden brown.
  7. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, and salt and pepper to taste.
  8. Once the rice is cooked, fluff it with a fork and transfer it to the mixing bowl with the dressing.
  9. Add the chopped vegetables, fresh parsley, and roasted cashews to the mixing bowl and toss everything together until well combined.
  10. Serve the brown rice salad immediately or refrigerate it until ready to serve.

Notes

This brown rice salad recipe with cashews is a great meal prep option as it can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days. It's also a versatile recipe that can be customized to your liking by adding different vegetables or proteins.

Nutrition Info

This recipe yields 4 servings. Each serving contains approximately:
  • Calories: 360
  • Protein: 6g
  • Fat: 22g
  • Carbohydrates: 41g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Sugar: 7g
  • Sodium: 120mg

Recipe Tips

  • Make sure to rinse the brown rice thoroughly before cooking to remove any excess starch.
  • If you don't have balsamic vinegar, you can use red wine vinegar or apple cider vinegar instead.
  • You can add other vegetables to this recipe such as cucumber, avocado, or corn.
  • If you want to add a protein, grilled chicken or shrimp would be a great addition.
  • Feel free to adjust the seasoning to your liking by adding more salt, pepper, or Dijon mustard.

Enjoy your delicious brown rice salad recipe with cashews!


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