Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups brown rice, uncooked
- 3 cups water
- 2 lemons, juiced
- 3 green onions (scallions)
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 dash black pepper
- 1/4 cup olive oil (or cooking oil of choice)
- 1 1/2 cups mixed vegetables, cut into small pieces
Instructions
- Wash hands with soap and water.
- Wash rice and put into a 2-quart pot with water. Bring to boil, then lower heat to simmer, and cook uncovered until all the water is absorbed (approximately 45 minutes)
- Pour into medium sized bowl and allow to cool.
- Pour lemon juice over rice and stir. When rice is cooled to lukewarm, add vegetables, salt, pepper, and oil.
- Stir and chill at least 1 hour. This dish also can be served warm.
Source: USDA / MyPlate