Lenten Rice Salad

1/2 cup lentils
1 1/2 cups water
1 cup cooked brown rice
1 small tomato, diced
2 green onions, sliced thinly
1 rib celery, sliced
1/2 cup Italian salad dressing (any brand)
1 tbs. chopped fresh parsley or equivalent dry

 In saucepan, combine lentils and water. Cover and bring to a boil, reducing heat. Simmer 20 minutes or until lentils are tender, and drain. In a large bowl, stir together cooked rice, tomoto, onion, and celery. Add drained lentils and salad dressing, and toss. Chill before serving.

a 3/4 cup serving has about 155 calories, 8 grams protein, 13 grams of fat and 4 grams of dietary fiber.

Return to St. Stephen Home Page