Mediterranean Rice Salad
Mediterranean Rice Salad might be a good recipe to expand your side dish recipe box. This gluten free and vegetarian recipe serves 8. One serving contains 284 calories, 6g of protein, and 15g of fat. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes about 45 minutes. A mixture of spinach leaves, rice, salt, and a handful of other ingredients are all it takes to make this recipe so tasty.
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, bring 2 1/2 cups water to a boil.
Add 1/2 tsp. salt and the rice. Turn heat to low, cover, and simmer 15 minutes.
Remove from heat and let sit 5 minutes. Uncover and fluff with a fork.
In a large bowl, whisk lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, oregano, pepper, pepper flakes, and remaining tsp. salt.
Add rice to dressing and toss to combine.
Add spinach, toss, and let sit until no longer steaming, about 20 minutes.
Add remaining ingredients and toss to combine.
Serve at room temperature or cold.