Tomato Rice Salad
Bright, fresh, and bursting with Mediterranean-inspired flavors, this Tomato Rice Salad is a perfect harmony of simplicity and taste. Fluffy white rice serves as the base, tossed with juicy cherry tomatoes, crisp cucumber, and the subtle bite of red onion. A zesty olive oil and lemon juice dressing ties it all together, while fresh parsley and basil add an aromatic touch that elevates every bite. For an extra layer of creaminess, optional crumbled feta cheese can be sprinkled on top. Ready in just 40 minutes, this versatile salad is perfect as a light lunch, a refreshing side, or a vibrant potluck dish. Packed with wholesome ingredients and easy to make, this Tomato Rice Salad is your go-to for a healthy, garden-fresh dish that’s full of flavor!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup white rice
- 2 cups water
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes
- 1 medium-sized cucumber
- 0.5 medium red onion
- 0.25 cup fresh parsley
- 0.25 cup fresh basil
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 cup feta cheese (optional)
Instructions
Rinse the white rice under cold water until the water runs clear. This step helps remove excess starch for fluffy rice.
In a medium saucepan, bring 2 cups of water to a boil. Add the rice and 0.5 teaspoon of salt.
Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 18-20 minutes or until the rice is tender and the water is fully absorbed.
Remove the cooked rice from heat and let it sit, covered, for 5-10 minutes. Then fluff with a fork and allow it to cool completely.
While the rice is cooling, wash the cherry tomatoes and cut them in halves.
Peel the cucumber and slice it into small cubes.
Finely chop the red onion, fresh parsley, and fresh basil.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, and black pepper to make a simple dressing.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled rice, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, parsley, and basil. Toss well to combine.
Drizzle the dressing over the salad and mix gently, ensuring all ingredients are evenly coated.
If desired, crumble the feta cheese and sprinkle it over the salad.
Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for 15-30 minutes to allow flavors to meld. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1028 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 69.2 g | 89% | |
| Saturated Fat | 24.7 g | 123% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 107 mg | 36% | |
| Sodium | 2581 mg | 112% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 78.0 g | 28% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.0 g | 25% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.0 g | ||
| Protein | 26.7 g | 53% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 754 mg | 58% | |
| Iron | 4.2 mg | 23% | |
| Potassium | 1398 mg | 30% | |
*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.
