Basil Rice Salad

Basil Rice Salad

Serves: 6
 
 
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Ingredients
Ingredients
To make Basil Rice Salad, you'll need:
  • 3 cups cooked brown or white basmati rice = (use regular brown or white rice if desired)
  • 1
  • 1/2 cups diced carrots
  • 2 medium tomatoes diced
  • 1 cup canned kidney beans drained rinsed
  • 2 scallions minced
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • 2 tbsp red wine vinegar
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1/4 cup minced fresh basil
  • 2 tbsp minced fresh Italian parsley
  • 2 tsp sugar Salt to taste Freshly-ground black pepper to taste

Method

  • Combine the rice carrots tomatoes kidney beans and scallions in a salad bowl
  • Whisk together the remaining dressing ingredients
  • Add the dressing to the salad and toss well
  • Chill for 1 to 2 hours before serving.
Nutritional Facts (Per Serving)
Calories 254, Calories from Fat 86, Fat 10g, Saturated Fat 1g, Cholesterol 0mg, Sodium 91mg, Carbohydrates 37g, Dietary Fiber 4g, Sugars 6g, Protein 6g,
Source:
American Diabetes Association. Official site: diabetes.org. 09-19-2002. Copyright: © American Diabetes Association, 2002
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