Spinach, Rice, and Mozzarella Salad
Fresh Spinach and Rice Salad with Creamy Mozzarella
Ingredients:
2 cups cooked and cooled white rice
2 cups fresh baby spinach, chopped
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1/2 cup shredded or cubed mozzarella cheese
1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
Salt and black pepper to taste
Optional: 2 tablespoons toasted pine nuts or sunflower seeds for crunch
Directions:
In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked rice, chopped spinach, cherry tomatoes, mozzarella, and red onion.
Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine all ingredients.
Top with toasted pine nuts or sunflower seeds if using.
Chill for 15–30 minutes before serving, or enjoy immediately.
Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 10 minutes (for rice) | Total Time: 25 minutes
Kcal: 310 kcal | Servings: 4 servings
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Light, fresh, and totally satisfying—this Spinach, Rice & Mozzarella Salad is the perfect quick lunch or dinner side.
Fresh Spinach and Rice Salad with Creamy Mozzarella
Ingredients:
2 cups cooked and cooled white rice
2 cups fresh baby spinach, chopped
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1/2 cup shredded or cubed mozzarella cheese
1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
Salt and black pepper to taste
Optional: 2 tablespoons toasted pine nuts or sunflower seeds for crunch
Directions:
In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked rice, chopped spinach, cherry tomatoes, mozzarella, and red onion.
Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine all ingredients.
Top with toasted pine nuts or sunflower seeds if using.
Chill for 15–30 minutes before serving, or enjoy immediately.
Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 10 minutes (for rice) | Total Time: 25 minutes
Kcal: 310 kcal | Servings: 4 servings
#spinachsalad #ricesalad #mozzarellalove #summerlunchideas #easymeals #vegetariansalad #healthyeating #quickmeals #coldsaladrecipe #picnicrecipes #freshsalad #saladwithcheese #mealprepideas #lunchbowls #greensandgrains #lightdinners #spinachandrice #mediterraneansalad #homemadesalad #ricelovers
Light, fresh, and totally satisfying—this Spinach, Rice & Mozzarella Salad is the perfect quick lunch or dinner side.
Spinach, Rice, and Mozzarella Salad
Fresh Spinach and Rice Salad with Creamy Mozzarella
Ingredients:
2 cups cooked and cooled white rice
2 cups fresh baby spinach, chopped
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1/2 cup shredded or cubed mozzarella cheese
1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
Salt and black pepper to taste
Optional: 2 tablespoons toasted pine nuts or sunflower seeds for crunch
Directions:
In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked rice, chopped spinach, cherry tomatoes, mozzarella, and red onion.
Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine all ingredients.
Top with toasted pine nuts or sunflower seeds if using.
Chill for 15–30 minutes before serving, or enjoy immediately.
Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 10 minutes (for rice) | Total Time: 25 minutes
Kcal: 310 kcal | Servings: 4 servings
#spinachsalad #ricesalad #mozzarellalove #summerlunchideas #easymeals #vegetariansalad #healthyeating #quickmeals #coldsaladrecipe #picnicrecipes #freshsalad #saladwithcheese #mealprepideas #lunchbowls #greensandgrains #lightdinners #spinachandrice #mediterraneansalad #homemadesalad #ricelovers
Light, fresh, and totally satisfying—this Spinach, Rice & Mozzarella Salad is the perfect quick lunch or dinner side.
