Lemon Rice Salad Bowl

The Lemon Rice Salad Bowl is a vibrant and flavorful dish that’s easy to prepare and perfect for a light meal. The Lemon Rice Salad Bowl is a zesty and refreshing dish that combines steamed brown rice with a medley of crisp vegetables and protein-rich kidney beans. Tossed with a tangy lemon dressing and garnished with peanuts and fresh herbs, this salad offers a delightful mix of flavors and textures. Perfect for a light and satisfying meal, it’s both nutritious and easy to make.

For a Serving Size of Two:

Ingredients:

• 45 grams steamed brown rice
• 1 entire lemon
• 30 grams cooked kidney beans
• 30 grams chopped onion
• 30 grams chopped carrots
• 30 grams chopped cucumber
• 15 grams shredded cabbage
• 1 tablespoon rice wine vinegar
• 2 tablespoons peanuts
• 1 tablespoon coriander leaves
• Few basil leaves
• 1 tablespoon oil

Procedure:

• Keep rice for cooking and add lemon zest to it. After rice is cooked transfer the rice to the large bowl and discard the zest.
• In a pan, heat some oil add lemon zest and keep on the low flame for 5 minutes. The lemon oil dressing is ready.
• For dressing in a bowl, add 1-2 spoons lemon juice ,rice vinegar, salt, black pepper and lemon oil.
• Now take a bowl, add onion, carrot, cucumber, cabbage, beans and rice. Garnish it with Cilantro and Basil leaves and drizzle the dressing.

Nutritional Benefits:

• The Lemon Rice Salad Bowl is a refreshing and nutrient-packed meal that provides a range of vitamins, minerals, and healthy fats.
• Brown rice offers complex carbohydrates and dietary fiber, promoting sustained energy and digestive health.
• Kidney beans add plant-based protein and essential nutrients like iron and folate.
• Fresh vegetables like onion, carrot, cucumber, and cabbage contribute vitamins A, C, and K, as well as antioxidants and fiber for overall health.
• Peanuts provide healthy fats and protein, enhancing satiety and flavor. The lemon oil dressing adds a zesty kick while providing healthy fats from olive oil.
• This balanced salad is great for a light, nutritious meal.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 421 kcal
• Protein: 12.7 g
• Carbohydrates: 34.4 g
• Fat: 29.1 g