Ingredients

  • 2 1/2c & 1/4 c chicken broth
  • 1 1/2 c wild or long grain rice
  • 1/4 c fresh lemon juice
  • 2TB olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, crushed
  • Red pepper flakes (to taste)
  • 2 c fresh spinach
  • 1 red bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 cucumber, peeled, seeded & chopped
  • 1 lb asparagus, roasted & chopped
  • 1/2 c scallions, chopped
  • 1/4 c kalamata olives, sliced
  • 1/2 c feta
  • 1/4 c fresh mint, chopped
  • 1/2 c cherry tomatoes, halved

Method

  • In pan, bring 2 1/2c broth to boil. Add rice, return to boil, cover and simmer 15 min, or per instructions, til water absorbed.
  • Add spinach to rice, and toss to wilt spinach
  • Whisk lemon juice, olive oil, 1/4 c broth, red pepper flakes & garlic
  • Add lemon mix to rice/spinach and toss.
  • Add red bell pepper,cucumber, asparagus, scallions,olives, & cherry tomatoes - mix
  • Add feta and mint - mix. Add additional chicken broth or lemon juice if needed.
  • Chill several hours, or overnight if possible. Best cold, but can be served at room temperature.