Brown Rice Salad With Cranberries, Walnuts, Mint, And Feta Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.Cook the brown rice according to package instructions and let it cool.
• STEP 2.In a large bowl, combine the cooked brown rice, dried cranberries, chopped walnuts, and crumbled feta cheese.
• STEP 3.Add fresh mint leaves and gently toss to combine all the ingredients.
• STEP 4.For the dressing, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, honey, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
• STEP 5.Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss to coat evenly.
• STEP 6.Serve the brown rice salad chilled or at room temperature.
• STEP 7.Garnish with additional mint leaves and crumbled feta cheese, if desired.

Cooking Tips

• To enhance the nutty flavor of the brown rice, toast it lightly before cooking.
• For added freshness, squeeze some lemon juice over the salad just before serving.
• You can customize this salad by adding other ingredients like diced cucumber or sliced almonds.

Storage and Serving

• Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• This salad can be served as a main dish for a light lunch or dinner, or as a side dish alongside grilled chicken or fish.
• It is also a great option for picnics or potlucks as it can be made ahead of time and served cold or at room temperature.