Brown Rice with Garlic and Sun-Dried Tomatoes Fresh vegetables add color and flavor to this simple side. Brown Rice with Garlic and Sun-Dried Tomatoes Total Time: 15 min. Prep Time: 15 min. Cooking Time: None Yield: 8 servings, about ¾ cup each Ingredients: 4 cups cooked brown rice 1 medium yellow bell pepper, chopped 3 garlic cloves, finely chopped 1 cup sliced sun-dried tomatoes, finely chopped, reconstituted in hot water for 10 minutes, drained 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 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) Preparation: 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). Nutritional Information (per serving): Calories: 229Fat: 9 gSaturated Fat: 1 gCholesterol: 1 mgSodium: 206 mgCarbohydrate: 33 gFiber: 5 gSugar: 4 gProtein: 6 g P90X/P90X2 Portions (per serving) 1 carbohydrate/grain1 vegetable Body Beast Portions (per serving) 2 starches3 vegetables
Posted on: Fri, 14 Mar 2014 19:00:00 +0000
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