Ingredients

  • 3 cups cooked brown rice, cold
  • 2 cups cooked asparagus, cut into 1 inch pieces (about 10 oz.)
  • 1/3 cup packed finely chopped mint
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped parsley
  • 1 teaspoon grated lemon, rind of
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 1 clove garlic, finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • salt, freshly ground black pepper

Method

  • In large serving bowl, stir together rice, asparagus, mint and parsley.
  • In small cup, stir together lemon peel, lemon juice and garlic, then stir it into rice mixture.
  • Stir in olive oil and salt and pepper to taste.
  • Cover and refrigerate up to 2 days.
  • Let stand at room temperature for 1 hour before serving.