Papaya & Olives with Brown Rice
With whole grains, fruit, and nuts, this recipe can be a hearty side dish or a light main dish for lunch or dinner.
Ingredients
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3 cups cooked brown rice*
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1/4 cup chopped papaya or mango
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3 tablespoons pitted ripe olives, coarsely chopped
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2 tablespoons snipped fresh chives
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2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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3 tablespoons slivered almonds, toasted
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Lettuce leaves
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1 to 2 papayas, seeded and cut into wedges
Directions
1.
In a large bowl combine cooked rice, papaya, olives, chives, vinegar, and oil; toss to combine.
2.
Serve immediately or cover and chill for up to 6 hours.
3.
Just before serving, stir in almonds. Serve on lettuce-lined plates with papaya wedges.
Nutrition information
Calories 357, Total Fat 12 g, Saturated Fat 2 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Sodium 55 mg, Carbohydrate 57 g, Fiber 5 g, Protein 8 g. Daily Values: Vitamin A 13%, Vitamin C 68%, Calcium 5%, Iron 13%.
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet
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