Spinach Rice Salad
Try this hearty, cold rice salad that could be served with fresh fruit and your favorite protein foods.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup Italian dressing (reduced fat, unsalted)
- 3 teaspoons soy sauce (reduced sodium)
- 1/2 teaspoon sugar
- 3 cups cooked brown rice
- 2/3 cup fresh spinach (washed and cut into thin strips)
- 2/3 cup sliced celery
- 1/2 cup thinly sliced green onion (including tops)
- bacon bits (optional)
Directions
- Wash hands with soap and water.
- Combine dressing, soy sauce, and sugar. Stir into chilled rice.
- Cover and chill salad.
- Add celery, onion, and spinach before serving.
- Shake on bacon bits if desired.
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