How To make Black Rice Salad | The Fresh Recipe

feta cheese

🥗Healthier: crumbled goat cheese

💰Cheaper: omit cheese

Goat cheese provides a similar tangy flavor with fewer calories.

black rice

🥗Healthier: quinoa

💰Cheaper: brown rice

Quinoa is a high-protein alternative, while brown rice is more economical.

Combine black rice with water in a pot; bring to a boil over medium heat.

Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until rice is tender.

Remove from heat and let rice sit covered; fluff with a fork.

Chop bell peppers and cucumbers into small pieces.

In a large bowl, combine cooked black rice and chopped vegetables.

In a separate bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, and spices.

Pour dressing over the salad and toss to combine.

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