Tomato Artichoke Rice Salad
Elevate your salad game with this vibrant Tomato Artichoke Rice Salad, a refreshing medley of wholesome ingredients and Mediterranean flavors! With tender rice as the base, this recipe combines sweet cherry tomatoes, tangy marinated artichoke hearts, crisp cucumber, and a touch of zesty red onion, all tossed in a bright, homemade lemon-garlic vinaigrette. Fresh parsley adds an herbaceous kick, while optional crumbled feta cheese lends a creamy, savory finish. This no-cook recipe is ready in just 15 minutes, making it perfect for busy weeknights, meal prep, or as a crowd-pleasing side dish at potlucks. Serve it chilled or at room temperature for a light, flavorful meal packed with texture and Mediterranean-inspired goodness.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 cups cooked and cooled white or brown rice
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup marinated artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
- 1 medium cucumber, diced
- 0.5 medium red onion, finely chopped
- 0.25 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 0.75 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 cup crumbled feta cheese (optional)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked and cooled rice, cherry tomatoes, chopped artichoke hearts, diced cucumber, red onion, and parsley.
In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, red wine vinegar, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper until emulsified.
Pour the dressing over the rice and vegetable mixture. Toss well to ensure everything is evenly coated.
If using, gently fold in the crumbled feta cheese for an extra layer of flavor.
Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or lemon juice if needed.
Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve the salad chilled or at room temperature. Enjoy as a light meal or side dish!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1825 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 83.9 g | 108% | |
| Saturated Fat | 26.2 g | 131% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 107 mg | 36% | |
| Sodium | 4058 mg | 176% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 234.0 g | 85% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.2 g | 76% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.8 g | ||
| Protein | 45.4 g | 91% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 952 mg | 73% | |
| Iron | 11.5 mg | 64% | |
| Potassium | 2321 mg | 49% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
