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Harvest Brown Rice Salad

This Harvest Brown Rice Salad, with Sweet Potatoes & Cranberries, has an earthy feel that's reminiscent of the harvest. You might almost forget it’s winter!  

Prep Time
10 mins
Total Time
10 mins
Servings: 8
Calories: 325 kcal
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

Vinaigrette (or 3/4 cup of your favorite vinaigrette)
  • 1/2 cup olive oil
  • 1/4 cup red wine vinegar or part balsamic vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon dried minced onion
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Salad
  • 4 cups cooked brown rice
  • 2 cooked diced sweet potatoes
  • ½ cup dried cranberries
  • 1 small bunch parsley coarsely chopped
  • ½ cup pecans or hickory nuts

Instructions

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  1. Blend dressing ingredients in a blender or shaker, or whisk together.
  2. Combine salad ingredients except the nuts.
  3. Right before serving add nuts and dressing to the salad, then toss together until well combined. (see note)

Notes

  • Even though I add the dressing and nuts at the end, to minimize absorption & stay crisp, the leftovers are still delicious!!

Nutrition Information

Calories 325kcal (16%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 8Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 325

% Daily Value*

Calories 325kcal 16%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.