SUMMER RICE SALAD

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Tangy dressing and flavorful ingredients make for a very tasty side dish that's a refreshing alternative to potato salad. People can't seem to stop eating this unique salad. It's great with hamburgers or chicken at picnics or potluck dinners. -Laura Panfil, Niles, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

2 cups cooked brown rice
1 cup quartered cherry tomatoes
1/3 cup chopped red onion
1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained
3 tablespoons cider vinegar
2 tablespoons canola oil
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
Leaf lettuce, optional

Steps:

In a large bowl, combine rice, tomatoes, onion and olives. In a small bowl, combine vinegar, oil, parsley, sugar and salt; mix well. Pour over rice mixture and toss to coat. Cover and chill for at least 2 hours. Serve in a lettuce-lined bowl if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 136 calories, Fat 6g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 296mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

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