Crunchy Vegetable and Brown Rice Salad

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Very Healthy
Health score
67%
Crunchy Vegetable and Brown Rice Salad
45 min.
4
161kcal

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Welcome to a burst of flavor and nutrition with our Crunchy Vegetable and Brown Rice Salad! This delightful and vibrant dish combines the earthy goodness of short-grain brown rice with a medley of fresh, colorful vegetables, making it the perfect addition to any meal or as a satisfying snack on its own.

What sets this salad apart is not just its incredible taste, but its impressive health benefits. With a recipe health score of 67, it’s certified vegetarian, gluten-free, and dairy-free, appealing to a wide range of dietary preferences. Each serving boasts only 161 calories, allowing you to indulge guilt-free while nourishing your body with wholesome ingredients rich in fiber and essential nutrients.

The combination of crunchy zucchini, crisp bell peppers, and refreshing arugula provides a fantastic texture that invites you to dig in. Tossed in a zesty dressing made with fresh lemon juice, olive oil, and coarse-grained mustard, each bite is a party for your taste buds! Plus, the vibrant colors make this salad visually appealing—a real feast for the eyes.

Whether you’re looking for a side dish to complement your main course or a light and healthy starter, this Crunchy Vegetable and Brown Rice Salad is sure to impress. Ready in just 45 minutes and full of delightful ingredients, it’s ideal for meal prep or a quick yet satisfying addition to any occasion. Dive in and enjoy the fresh flavors and crunch that makes this salad a standout dish!

Ingredients

  • ounces arugula 
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper black freshly ground
  •  carrots 
  • rib celery stalks 
  • 0.3 cup chicken broth 
  • tablespoons juice of lemon fresh
  • tablespoon mustard coarse-grained
  • tablespoon olive oil 
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  •  spring onion 
  • 0.5 cup short grain brown rice 
  •  bell pepper yellow
  • 0.5 pound zucchini 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • sauce pan
  • whisk
  • sieve
  • colander

Directions

  1. Fill a 2-quart saucepan three fourths full with salted water and bring to a boil.
  2. Add rice and boil, uncovered, stirring occasionally, until al dente, about 25 minutes.
  3. Drain rice in a colander and rinse under cold running water until cool.
  4. Drain rice well.
  5. While rice is cooking, cut zucchini, celery, carrot, and bell pepper into 1/4-inch dice.
  6. Remove tough stems from arugula and chop leaves. Chop scallions.
  7. Have ready a bowl of ice and cold water. In a saucepan of boiling salted water blanch zucchini, celery, carrot, and bell pepper 1 minute.
  8. Drain vegetables in a sieve and transfer to ice water to stop cooking.
  9. Drain vegetables well.
  10. In a large bowl whisk together lemon juice, broth, mustard, oil, salt, and pepper.
  11. Add rice, blanched vegetables, arugula, and scallions, tossing to combine well, and season with salt and pepper.
  12. Serve salad at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Calories161kcal
Protein10.09%
Fat25.89%
Carbs64.02%

Properties

Glycemic Index
70.15
Glycemic Load
11.75
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
19.558260909403%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.37mg
Hesperetin
1.09mg
Naringenin
0.1mg
Apigenin
0.02mg
Luteolin
0.33mg
Isorhamnetin
1.22mg
Kaempferol
10.1mg
Myricetin
0.07mg
Quercetin
4.27mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:161.49kcal
8.07%
Fat:4.84g
7.45%
Saturated Fat:0.72g
4.52%
Carbohydrates:26.94g
8.98%
Net Carbohydrates:23.84g
8.67%
Sugar:3.31g
3.68%
Cholesterol:0.29mg
0.1%
Sodium:413.22mg
17.97%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:4.25g
8.49%
Vitamin C:75.08mg
91.01%
Vitamin A:3519.27IU
70.39%
Manganese:1.24mg
62.17%
Vitamin K:62.71µg
59.72%
Magnesium:69.75mg
17.44%
Folate:66.38µg
16.6%
Vitamin B6:0.33mg
16.27%
Potassium:483.63mg
13.82%
Phosphorus:124.76mg
12.48%
Fiber:3.1g
12.4%
Vitamin B1:0.18mg
11.9%
Vitamin B3:1.96mg
9.8%
Copper:0.18mg
8.89%
Iron:1.54mg
8.58%
Calcium:83.99mg
8.4%
Vitamin B2:0.13mg
7.48%
Vitamin B5:0.74mg
7.39%
Zinc:0.99mg
6.63%
Vitamin E:0.89mg
5.96%
Selenium:1.73µg
2.46%
Source:Epicurious