* 2 cups cooked brown rice, cooled
* 1 pint cherry or grape tomatoes, cut in half
* 1 Tbsp balsamic vinegar
* 1/4 cup lemon juice
* 1 tsp honey
* 1 shallot, minced
* 1/2 cup light olive oil
* 1/2 tsp sea or kosher salt
* 1/4 tsp fresh black pepper
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1. In large bowl, toss together, gently, the rice and tomatoes.
2. In separate bowl, whisk together the balsamic vinegar, lemon juice, honey, and shallot, until combined. While whisking, slowly pour in olive oil, whisking steadily until dressing starts to thicken or emulsify, then sprinkle in the salt and pepper, and mix until just combined.
3. Pour dressing over the rice and tomato mixture, tossing until well coated. Put in sealed container and keep cool (may be refrigerated but doesn't have to be) until ready to eat.
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Once you get all the ingredients together, this salad goes together in minutes and is ready to eat immediately. Perfect for a picnic or luncheon, this salad is colorful and tasty as well as being healthy. With just a simple vinaigrette dressing, anyone watching their calories will be pleased.
If you're feeling energetic, cut up some celery and throw those in as well. You can also substitute some of the brown rice with wild rice if you choose. Enjoy!
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