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Mediterranean Rice Salad

This easy rice salad has all the Mediterranean flavors that we love!
Course Salad
Cuisine Mediterranean
Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings 6
Calories 199kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 cucumber
  • 1 cup cooked rice
  • 14 oz chickpeas rinsed and drained
  • 1 red bell pepper diced
  • 2 green onions sliced thin
  • ½ tablespoon fresh dill chopped
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice fresh
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt

Instructions

  • Cut cucumber in half, scoop out the seeds. Then quarter and thinly slice.
  • Place all the ingredients in a bowl and toss to combine. Taste and adjust seasonings.

Notes

Use either brown or white rice, can also use any cooked grain like spelt or farro. 
Yellow or orange bell peppers also work. 
Kalamata olives can be added. 

Nutrition

Calories: 199kcal | Carbohydrates: 29g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Sodium: 202mg | Potassium: 337mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 830IU | Vitamin C: 32mg | Calcium: 49mg | Iron: 2mg