Rice, spring onion and feta salad

Delight in this refreshing Rice, Spring Onion, and Feta Salad! Made with hearty brown rice, crunchy walnuts, sweet raisins, and tangy feta cheese, all brought together with a splash of lemon juice. A perfect balance of flavors and textures for a healthy and delicious meal.

  • 07 Aug 2024
  • Cook time 25 min
  • Prep time 10 min
  • 1 Servings
  • 6 Ingredients

Rice, spring onion and feta salad

This Rice, Spring Onion, and Feta Salad is a delightful blend of flavors and textures. It's a nutritious and delicious option for a light meal or a satisfying side dish. The nutty brown rice pairs perfectly with the tangy feta, sweet raisins, crunchy walnuts, and fresh spring onions, all tied together with a hint of lemon juice. Not only is it easy to prepare, but it's also packed with wholesome ingredients that make it a great choice for any occasion.

Ingredients:

1/2 cup brown rice
100g
2 onions
30g
1/4 oz walnuts
7g
1 oz feta cheese
27g
1 oz raisins
27g
1 tsp lemon juice
5g

Instructions:

1. Cook the Rice:
- Rinse 1/2 cup of brown rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
- In a medium saucepan, bring 1 cup of water to a boil.
- Add the drained brown rice to the boiling water.
- Reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan with a lid, and let it simmer for about 30-35 minutes or until the rice is tender and the water is absorbed.
- Once cooked, fluff the rice with a fork and let it cool to room temperature.
2. Prepare the Ingredients:
- While the rice is cooling, finely chop 2 spring onions.
- Roughly chop 1/4 oz of walnuts.
- Crumble 1 oz of feta cheese into small pieces.
3. Assemble the Salad:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked and cooled rice with the chopped spring onions, chopped walnuts, 1 oz of raisins, and crumbled feta cheese.
- Drizzle 1 tsp of lemon juice over the salad.
- Gently toss all the ingredients together until well mixed.
4. Serve:
- Transfer the rice salad to a serving dish.
- Serve immediately as a side dish or light main course.
- Enjoy!

Tips:

- Rinse the brown rice well before cooking to remove excess starch and prevent it from becoming too sticky.

- Toast the walnuts lightly in a dry pan before adding them to the salad to enhance their nutty flavor.

- For added freshness, you can mix in some chopped fresh herbs such as parsley or mint.

- Adjust the amount of lemon juice to suit your taste preference – a bit more for extra tanginess or less if you prefer a milder flavor.

- You can add a drizzle of olive oil for extra richness and to give the salad a smoother texture.

- Feel free to add other vegetables like cucumber, bell peppers, or cherry tomatoes for more color and nutrients.

This Rice, Spring Onion, and Feta Salad is a versatile dish that can be enjoyed warm or cold, making it perfect for meal prep or any seasonal gathering. The combination of flavors and textures creates a unique and satisfying salad that stands out from the usual offerings. By following these tips and getting creative with your ingredients, you can easily customize this dish to your liking. Enjoy your culinary creation!

Nutrition Facts
Serving Size200 grams
Energy
Calories 580kcal23%
Protein
Protein 14g9%
Carbohydrates
Carbohydrates 100g29%
Fiber 6g15%
Sugar 22g21%
Fat
Fat 14g16%
Saturated 4.82g16%
Cholesterol 24mg-
Vitamins
Vitamin A 36ug4%
Choline 33mg6%
Vitamin B1 0.64mg53%
Vitamin B2 0.39mg30%
Vitamin B3 7mg43%
Vitamin B6 0.71mg42%
Vitamin B9 45ug12%
Vitamin B12 0.48ug20%
Vitamin C 5mg6%
Vitamin E 0.73mg5%
Vitamin K 2.40ug2%
Minerals
Calcium, Ca 180mg14%
Copper, Cu 0.50mg0%
Iron, Fe 2.24mg20%
Magnesium, Mg 140mg34%
Phosphorus, P 460mg37%
Potassium, K 560mg17%
Selenium, Se 22ug39%
Sodium, Na 340mg22%
Zinc, Zn 3.28mg30%
Water
Water 66g-
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2500 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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