Serves 4
247 cal · 15 min
Spinach Rice Salad
Recipe GLPRdee8286029e53b
A refreshing chilled salad combining fluffy brown rice with a light Italian vinaigrette, fresh spinach, celery, and green onions. The salad is prepared ahead and vegetables are added just before serving to keep everything crisp. Optional bacon bits add a savory touch for those who enjoy it.
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Ingredients
1/2 cup lite Italian dressing
2 teaspoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
1/2 teaspoon sugar
3 cups cooked brown rice, chilled
2/3 cup fresh spinach, washed and thinly sliced
2/3 cup sliced celery
1/2 cup green onion, thinly sliced including tops
bacon bits, optional
Directions
In a small bowl, whisk together the lite Italian dressing, reduced-sodium soy sauce, and sugar until well combined.
Place the chilled cooked brown rice in a large mixing bowl and pour the dressing mixture over it.
Gently stir the rice until all grains are evenly coated with the dressing.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a lid and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
Just before serving, add the thinly sliced fresh spinach, celery, and green onion to the rice mixture.
Toss all ingredients together until evenly combined. Divide into four portions and serve, topped with bacon bits if desired.
