Saturday 19 April 2014

Balsamic Rice Salad

The weather's warmer, the sun is shining.... who doesn't love a salad when its summer?
I was inspired by a lovely salad I saw on pinterest.
 If you want to see the original recipe, go to: 

http://iowagirleats.com/2012/07/24/grilled-chicken-with-moms-barley-corn-salad



This modified salad is good on its own, or as a side to chicken.

Serves 4-6 as a side, or 2-3 as a main.

Cost: 65p per serving.



Ingredients

Vinaigrette:

1 pack cherry tomatoes, halved
4 tbsp balsamic vinegar
4tbsp oil
2tbsp water
seasoning

Add all to a food processor and blend well.
Put in a jar and leave till needed

Salad:

1 cup cooked brown rice
1/2 cucumber, diced
1 red onion diced
1 tin canned (or 1/2 cup frozen) sweetcorn
1 avocado, diced
1 pack cherry tomatoes, halved.

Combine well in a bowl.
Serve with vinaigrette to taste.
Easy Peasy!

No comments:

Post a Comment