Ingredients and Weight:
- Brown rice: 500g
- Fresh vegetables (such as tomatoes, cucumbers, olives): 300g
- Feta cheese: 150g
- Red wine vinegar: 60ml
- Extra virgin olive oil: 80ml
- Salt and pepper: to taste
- Basil or oregano leaves: for decoration (optional)
Preparation Time:
- Preparation: 20 minutes
- Cooking: 40 minutes
- Total: 1 hour
Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Prepare the brown rice by washing and cooking it in plenty of water until tender.
- While the rice is cooking, prepare the vegetables by slicing them into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked rice and vegetables.
- Add the crumbled feta cheese to the bowl and mix well.
- In a small bowl, combine the red wine vinegar and olive oil, season with salt and pepper, and pour over the rice mixture.
- Toss gently to ensure everything is combined and coated with the dressing.
- Garnish with fresh basil or oregano leaves.
- Serve immediately or let it cool and serve later as a side dish or light meal.
Nutritional Information: (Per serving, assuming the ingredients listed above)
Calories: approximately 450 calories per serving (depending on the exact ingredients used)
Carbohydrates: 60g
Fat: 18g (of which saturated fat is 6g)
Protein: 9g
Fiber: 3g
(Note: Nutritional information may vary based on the exact ingredients used.)
Dish Characteristics:
- A combination of brown rice and fresh vegetables provides a healthy and delicious dish.
- The use of red wine vinegar and olive oil gives it a typical Mediterranean flavor.
- The dish is versatile and can be served as a side dish or a light meal.
User Comments:
- "This dish was delicious! The combination of flavors was perfect, and the brown rice gave it a nice texture." - John Doe, New York
- "I love the use of fresh vegetables in this salad. It's a great way to enjoy a light meal." - Jane Smith, San Francisco
- "The dressing was really tasty, and it made the brown rice salad stand out from others I've tried." - Michael Johnson, Los Angeles
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Be sure to wash the brown rice thoroughly before cooking to remove any impurities.
- Adjust the seasoning according to your taste preference.
- For a vegetarian version, omit the feta cheese or replace it with a vegetarian-friendly alternative like vegan cheese or roasted vegetables.
