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4 cups water
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2 cups uncooked white rice
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2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
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1 teaspoon herb salt
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1 tablespoon chopped capers
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1 sprig fresh parsley, chopped
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½ lemon, zested
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3 zucchini, peeled and grated
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2 carrots, peeled and grated
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½ yellow bell pepper, cut into cubes
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½ red bell pepper, cut into cubes
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1 lemon, juiced
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salt to taste
Mediterranean Rice Salad with Vegetables
This colorful Mediterranean rice salad is a great summertime dish. I used fresh zucchini, carrots, and bell peppers, but you can add any vegetable you like. Replace rice with couscous, farro, or barley, if you prefer.
Nutrition Information
173
Calories
49g
Carbohydrates
25g
Protein
525mg
Potassium
2g
Fiber
14g
Sugar
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