Brown Rice With Garlic and Sun-Dried Tomatoes

Fresh vegetables add color and flavor to this simple side.

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Brown Rice with Garlic and Sun-Dried Tomatoes

This brown rice with garlic can be a hearty side or a light lunch.

Course Main Course

Prep Time 15 mins

Cook Time 0 mins

Total Time 15 mins

Servings 8 servings, about 3/4 cup each

Calories 229 kcal

Ingredients

• 4 cups cooked brown rice
• 1 medium yellow bell pepper chopped
• 3 cloves garlic finely chopped
• 1 cup sliced sun-dried tomatoes
• 1 cup fresh basil leaves chopped
• 1 (14-oz.) can artichoke hearts packed in water, drained, rinsed
• ½ cup pine nuts
• 1 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
• 2 Tbsp. balsamic vinegar
• Sea salt (or Himalayan salt) and ground black pepper to taste; optional
• 4 cups mixed salad greens
• 1 Tbsp. grated Parmesan cheese
• 5 medium black olives chopped (for garnish; optional)

Instructions

1. Combine rice, bell pepper, garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, basil, artichoke hearts, and pine nuts in a large bowl; mix well.
2. Drizzle with oil and vinegar; toss gently to blend.
3. Season with salt and pepper if desired.
4. Arrange greens on a large platter. Top with rice mixture, cheese, and olives (if desired).

Nutrition Facts

Brown Rice with Garlic and Sun-Dried Tomatoes

Amount Per Serving (1 serving)

Calories 229 Calories from Fat 81

% Daily Value*

Fat 9g14%

Saturated Fat 1g6%

Cholesterol 1mg0%

Sodium 206mg9%

Carbohydrates 33g11%

Fiber 5g21%

Sugar 4g4%

Protein 6g12%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Containers
1 Green
1 Yellow
1 Blue

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