Mediterranean Rice Salad with Vegetables

Ingredients and Weight:

• 2 cups brown rice, cooked
• 1 cup chopped red bell pepper
• 1 cup chopped green bell pepper
• 1 cup chopped zucchini
• 1 cup chopped tomato
• 1 cup chopped cucumber
• 1/2 cup chopped red onion
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint
• 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
• 1/4 cup chopped black olives
• 1/4 cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes
• 1/2 cup olive oil
• 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
• 2 tablespoons chopped capers
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• Salt and pepper to taste

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

20 minutes

Difficulty Level:

2 (Moderate)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Combine all ingredients in a large bowl.
2. Drizzle with olive oil and red wine vinegar.
3. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
4. Toss to coat.
5. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 350 per serving
• Total Fat: 20 grams
• Saturated Fat: 3 grams
• Cholesterol: 5 milligrams
• Sodium: 250 milligrams
• Carbohydrates: 35 grams
• Dietary Fiber: 5 grams
• Protein: 10 grams

Dish Characteristics:

• Refreshing and flavorful
• Perfect for a light lunch or dinner
• Healthy and packed with vegetables

User Comments:

• "This salad is so delicious and refreshing! I love the combination of vegetables and the dressing is perfect."
• "I made this for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone loved it, even my picky eaters."
• "This is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables. It's healthy and delicious."
• "I added some grilled chicken to this salad and it was the perfect meal."
• "I love how versatile this salad is. I can add or remove ingredients to make it my own."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Use high-quality olive oil for the best flavor.
• If you don't have any sun-dried tomatoes, you can omit them.
• You can also add other vegetables to this salad, such as artichokes, roasted peppers, or corn.
• If you're serving this salad for a party, you can double or triple the recipe.
• This salad can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.