Pesto Rice Salad
Pesto originated in Genoa, Italy, and is traditionally made with fresh basil, garlic, pine nuts, Parmesan cheese, and olive oil.
This is vegan and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 30 minutes. Even a beginner can handle preparing this dish. Number of ingredients: 10.
Pesto Rice Salad
Ingredients
Instructions
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Cook the rice according to package instructions.
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In a large bowl, combine the cooked rice, basil pesto, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, black olives, feta cheese, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper.
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Mix well until all ingredients are evenly coated.
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Serve chilled and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 350kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 20g31%
- Total Carbohydrate 35g12%
- Sugars 2g
- Protein 8g16%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.