• Skip to primary navigation
  • Skip to main content
  • Skip to primary sidebar
  • Skip to footer

Ahead of Thyme logo

  • Home
  • About
    • About Me
    • Work With Us
    • Press
  • Recipes
  • Shop
  • Resources
    • How to Start a Food Blog
    • How to Grow Your Food Blog
  • Nav Social Menu

    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest
    • YouTube
menu icon
go to homepage
search icon
Homepage link
  • About
  • Recipes
  • Shop
  • Resources
    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest
    • YouTube
  • ×

    Home » Salad » Mediterranean Brown Rice Salad

    Mediterranean Brown Rice Salad

    22 Comments

    Jump to Recipe·Print Recipe
    2K Shares
    Pin2K
    Yum108
    Share
    Tweet
    More

    When you are looking for a filling, gluten-free, dish that is quick and easy to put together, and doesn't break the bank, you are looking for Mediterranean brown rice salad! It is full of nutritional goodness and health benefits.

    Looking for a filling, gluten-free, dish that is quick and easy to put together, and doesn't break the bank? Then you will love Mediterranean brown rice salad! | aheadofthyme.com

    This post was sponsored by USA Rice Canada. The recipe and opinions are my own.

    Why You'll Love Mediterranean Brown Rice Salad

    I am obsessed with this Mediterranean brown rice salad. It combines the flavours of a classic Greek salad with spinach and rice. Why add rice to your salad? Well it may be surprising (but it really shouldn't be), that rice:

    • has a LOT of nutritional value --> Rice is a source of B-vitamins, phosphorus and zinc, but brown rice also contains magnesium, selenium, manganese and fibre. In fact, one cup of brown rice has almost 4 grams of fibre while 3.5 cups of raw spinach has only 2.2 grams. Well this salad has both,  so we are seriously doubling up on some major fibre!
    • is gluten-free.
    • is low in calories (it only has 108 calories per half cup serving!).
    Looking for a filling, gluten-free, dish that is quick and easy to put together, and doesn't break the bank? Then you will love Mediterranean brown rice salad! | aheadofthyme.com
    Looking for a filling, gluten-free, dish that is quick and easy to put together, and doesn't break the bank? Then you will love Mediterranean brown rice salad! | aheadofthyme.com

    How to Make Mediterranean Brown Rice Salad

    Storing and Reheating Rice

    I like to double up on the rice, use half in this Mediterranean brown rice salad and store the rest in the refrigerator to use in meals during the week to feed my hungry family! I just love how versatile rice is. Think more salads, soups, puddings and stir fries! You can store the cooked rice in an air-tight container for up to one week in the refrigerator. OR you can store if even longer in the freezer. Yes, rice freezes beautifully! Say hello to homemade, always ready, "minute rice."

    Looking for a filling, gluten-free, dish that is quick and easy to put together, and doesn't break the bank? Then you will love Mediterranean brown rice salad! | aheadofthyme.com

    More Salad Recipes

    • 40 Best Salad Recipes
    • Mediterranean Orzo Pasta Salad
    • Chickpea Greek Salad
    • Tomato Cucumber Avocado Salad
    • Italian Pasta Salad
    • Creamy Cucumber Salad

    Did you make this recipe? I would greatly appreciate a comment and rating below, letting me know what you thought of the recipe. You can also snap a picture and tag me on Instagram @aheadofthyme or share it on the Pinterest pin so that I can follow along.

    Don't forget to sign up for my email newsletter so that you don't miss any recipes. You can also follow along on Instagram, Pinterest, and Facebook for more recipe updates.

    Print
    clock clock iconcutlery cutlery iconflag flag iconfolder folder iconinstagram instagram iconpinterest pinterest iconfacebook facebook iconprint print iconsquares squares iconheart heart iconheart solid heart solid icon
    Looking for filling, gluten-free, dish that is quick and easy to put together, and doesn't break the bank? Then you will love Mediterranean brown rice salad! | aheadofthyme.com

    Mediterranean Brown Rice Salad


    ★★★★★

    4.9 from 9 reviews

    • Author: Sam | Ahead of Thyme
    • Total Time: 35 minutes
    • Yield: 2 side salads
    Print Recipe
    Pin Recipe

    Description

    Looking for a filling, gluten-free, dish that is quick and easy to put together, and doesn't break the bank? Then you will love Mediterranean brown rice salad!


    Ingredients

    • 1 cup brown rice, uncooked and rinsed clean
    • 1 teaspoon olive oil
    • ¼ teaspoon salt
    • 2 cups spinach, chopped
    • 1 cup grape tomatoes, quartered
    • 1 small cucumber, diced
    • ½ green bell pepper, diced
    • ¼ cup red onions, diced
    • ¼ cup kalamata olives, chopped
    • ¼ cup feta cheese, crumbled

    Dressing:

    • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
    • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
    • ¼ teaspoon dried oregano
    • 1 clove garlic, pressed or minced
    • ½ teaspoon salt
    • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper

    Instructions

    1. Add rice, 2 cups of water, oil, and salt to a medium saucepan and bring to a boil over high heat. Turn the heat down to low, cover, and simmer for 40 minutes (or according to package instructions). Remove from heat and allow rice to absorb the steam for another 10 minutes (still covered). Uncover and fluff with a fork. Cool rice down to room temperature or place in the refrigerator for 20 minutes to cool down.
    2. In a large bowl, combine the cooled rice, spinach, tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, red onions, olives and feta cheese. Toss to combine.
    3. In a small bowl, combine the dressing ingredients. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to coat.
    4. Serve cold or at room temperature.

    Notes

    • I used long-grain brown rice, but you can use either long-grain or short-grain. You can also use white rice but may have to adjust the cooking time slightly.
    • Prep Time: 15 min
    • Cook Time: 20 min

    Did you make this recipe?

    I'd love to see! Tag me @aheadofthyme on Instagram.

    Looking for a filling, gluten-free, dish that is quick and easy to put together, and doesn't break the bank? Then you will love Mediterranean brown rice salad! | aheadofthyme.com
    Mediterranean Brown Rice Salad
    2K Shares
    Pin2K
    Yum108
    Share
    Tweet
    More
    « Spinach and Green Pea Soup
    Baked Sweet Potato Wedges with Homemade Honey Mustard »

    Stay Updated

    Subscribe now to receive all the latest recipes, tips and news directly to your inbox.
    * indicates required
    How often would you like to receive recipe updates

    Reader Interactions

    Comments

    1. Dinah Agostini says

      October 28, 2020 at 6:29 pm

      Made this salad for a birthday today and everyone loved it. I only tweaked the dressing a little. Will likely make it again. Thank you!

      ★★★★

      Reply
      • Sam | Ahead of Thyme says

        November 01, 2020 at 9:21 am

        Thank you, that makes me so happy to hear!

        Reply
    2. Shaye says

      July 14, 2020 at 6:53 pm

      So good! My fiancé loved it as well.

      ★★★★★

      Reply
      • Sam | Ahead of Thyme says

        July 15, 2020 at 1:52 pm

        Awesome! So happy you both liked the recipe!

        Reply
    3. Toni says

      July 28, 2019 at 8:51 am

      I can't wait to make this recipe. Recently diagnosed with diabetes. Learning to eat healthier.

      Reply
      • Sam | Ahead of Thyme says

        September 21, 2019 at 1:49 pm

        Let me know how it goes!

        Reply
    4. Jennifer says

      January 05, 2019 at 7:10 pm

      I made this tonight EXACTLY as written, and it was DELICIOUS! My husband who is kinda picky, really was impressed and wants it in the “meal rotation”. Fresh, healthy, and most importantly filling and satisfying. Super simple to put together. Thank you!! Recipes like this make eating healthier enjoyable!

      ★★★★★

      Reply
      • Sam | Ahead of Thyme says

        January 13, 2019 at 8:09 pm

        Thanks, Jennifer! So glad you liked the recipe 😀

        Reply
    « Older Comments

    Leave a Comment Cancel reply

    Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

    Recipe rating ★☆ ★☆ ★☆ ★☆ ★☆

    Primary Sidebar

    Welcome!

    Quick and easy recipes for the everyday home cook, using fresh, seasonal and wholesome ingredients -- from healthy meals to take-out to comfort foods. | aheadofthyme.com

    Hi, we're Sam and Dan! We like to help busy people eat real food that tastes good. Here, you can find hundreds of delicious, quick and easy recipes, using quality and wholesome ingredients. Read more about us

    Stay Updated

    Subscribe now to receive all the latest recipes, tips and news directly to your inbox.
    * indicates required
    How often would you like to receive recipe updates

    Footer

    follow along on instagram

    Load More... Follow on Instagram

    Footer

    ↑ back to top

    About Ahead of Thyme

    Hello and welcome! I'm Sam -- the founder of Ahead of Thyme, where we help busy people eat real food that tastes good. Here, you will find hundreds of delicious, quick and easy recipes, using quality and wholesome ingredients. So stay a while, browse around, and make something tasty for dinner tonight.

    Learn More

    • About Us
    • Work with Us
    • Shop
    • Privacy Policy
    • Contact
    • Newsletter

    Browse

    • 60+ Easy Dinners
    • 60+ Chicken Recipes
    • 25+ Ground Beef Recipes
    • 40+ Pasta Recipes
    • 50+ Bread Recipes
    • 25+ Air Fryer Recipes
    • Dessert

    As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases, at no additional cost to you.

    Copyright © 2021 Ahead of Thyme Incorporated