Dairy-Free Refreshing Rice Salad

Brighten up your mealtime with this Dairy-Free Refreshing Rice Salad, a wholesome, vibrant dish that's perfect for warm weather or as a light, nutritious side. Packed with earthy brown rice, crisp cucumber, juicy cherry tomatoes, and crunchy red bell pepper, this salad delivers a symphony of textures in every bite. A zesty dressing of olive oil, lemon juice, and garlic powder ties it all together, while fresh parsley adds a burst of herbal freshness. Creamy avocado slices elevate the dish, making it as indulgent as it is healthy. Naturally dairy-free, gluten-free, and fully plant-based, this easy-to-make salad is a crowd-pleasing addition to any table. Serve it chilled for maximum flavor and enjoy a refreshing twist on classic rice salads! Perfect for barbecues, potlucks, or meal prep.

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup brown rice
• 2 cups water
• 1 medium cucumber
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes
• 1 small red bell pepper
• 0.5 red onion
• 0.5 cup fresh parsley
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 3 tablespoons lemon juice
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 ripe avocado

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the brown rice under cold water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan, bring 2 cups of water to a boil. Add the rinsed rice, reduce the heat to low, cover, and let it simmer for about 45 minutes or until the rice is tender and the water is absorbed. Remove from heat and let it sit covered for 10 minutes. Fluff with a fork.

Step 3

While the rice is cooking, dice the cucumber, cherry tomatoes, and red bell pepper into small, uniform pieces.

Step 4

Finely chop the red onion and fresh parsley.

Step 5

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked rice, diced cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red bell pepper, red onion, and parsley.

Step 6

In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder to form a dressing.

Step 7

Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients in the large mixing bowl, and gently toss everything together until well combined.

Step 8

Dice the ripe avocado and gently fold it into the salad just before serving to prevent browning.

Step 9

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.

Step 10

Chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld. Serve cold and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1481.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	988.5

Total Fat 67.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 10.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.8g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1254.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 91.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 21.2g	0%
Total Sugars 17.4g
Protein 14.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 191.4mg	0%
Iron 5.3mg	0%
Potassium 2104.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 58.9%

Protein: 5.5%

Carbs: 35.7%