Adapted from Greta Podleski’s Every Salad Ever, this grain-forward salad is inspired by the viral "Jennifer Aniston" or “Rachel Green” salad, using oat rice for a heartier bite.
Author: Energize Nutrition
Recipe type: Grainy Salad
Serves: 4-6
Ingredients
1 cup oat rice, uncooked
1 can chick peas, drained, rinsed
2 cups diced English cucumbers
1 cup cubed feta cheese
½ cup dried cranberries
½ cup slivered almonds, toasted
½ cup flat leaf parsley, chopped .
Dressing
3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
Juice of a 1 lemon + lemon zest
1.5 tbsp apple cider vinegar
1 tbsp honey
1 tsp Dijon mustard
salt and pepper
Instructions
Prep the Base: In a large bowl, combine the cooked oat rice, chickpeas, cucumbers, feta, cranberries, and toasted almonds.
Whisk the Dressing: In a small jar or blender, combine all dressing ingredients and shake/blend until emulsified.
Combine: Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently.
Finish: Fold in the fresh parsley just before serving to keep it vibrant.
Recipe by Energize Nutrition at https://energizenutrition.ca/oat-rice-101/