Salad rice with tomatoes is a refreshing and versatile dish that combines the hearty texture of rice with the vibrant flavors of fresh tomatoes.
Ingredients
- 1 cup of cooked rice (white, brown, or wild rice)
- 1 cup of cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup of fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon of red wine vinegar
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Directions
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked rice, cherry tomatoes, and chopped basil leaves
- In a small bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing
- Pour the dressing over the rice and tomato mixture, and toss gently to coat everything evenly
- Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more salt and pepper as desired