Ingredients

The following ingredients have 4 Servings
  • For The Dressing:
  • 3 ripe roma tomatoes
  • 1 clove large garlic
  • 3 Tbsp fresh lime juice
  • 1 ounce honey
  • 3/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • For The Salad:
  • 4 cups of cooked rice/grain mixture
  • 1/4 cup red onion (sliced thinly)
  • 1/4 cup green pepper (diced)
  • 1/4 cup yellow pepper (diced)
  • 1 large carrot (cut into matchsticks)
  • 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • Salt and pepper
  • 3/4 cup fresh cilantro (roughly chopped)

Instruction

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Slice the tomatoes in half and place on a baking tray. Bake in the oven for 10 mins until soft.
  • Place the tomatoes in a blender along with the garlic, lime juice and honey. Blend on low speed while slowly adding the olive oil.
  • Pour the dressing into a container and set aside in the refrigerator until ready to use.
  • In a large bowl combine the cooked rice, onion, peppers and carrot. Add about 1/2 cup of the dressing and mix through the rice. Add more dressing if desired.
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Finally add the crumbled cheese and cilantro. Gently mix together and serve.
  • Garnish with extra cheese and cilantro on top.