(NC)—Edamame, grains and cheese ensure this unusual and refreshing salad has a main course level of protein.
1 cup (250 mL) frozen edamame
1 cup (250 mL) frozen corn
1 pkg (250 g) PC Blue Menu Whole Grain Brown Rice with Lentils and Quinoa Blend
1 shallot, minced
3 tbsp (45 mL) fresh lemon juice
1 tbsp (15 mL) omega oil
¼ tsp. (1 mL) freshly ground black pepper
1 cup (250 mL) cherry tomatoes, halved
1/3 cup (75 mL) drained and crumbled light feta cheese in brine
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Bring medium saucepan of water to a boil. Add edamame and corn. Reduce heat to medium; simmer 3 to 4 minutes. Drain; set aside to cool.
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Meanwhile, gently squeeze pouch all over to break the rice apart. Tear top corners of pouch about 1/2 inch (1 cm). Place pouch, upright, in the microwave and heat on HIGH for 1 minute and 30 seconds. Let stand in microwave 1 to 2 minutes. Caution: Pouch will be hot.
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Carefully remove from microwave holding sides. Pour into a bowl, stir and set aside to cool.
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In small bowl, whisk together shallot, lemon juice, oil and pepper until combined.
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Add edamame, corn, tomatoes and feta cheese to cooled rice mixture. Drizzle dressing over top; toss lightly to combine.
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CategoryAppetizer
Ingredients
(NC)—Edamame, grains and cheese ensure this unusual and refreshing salad has a main course level of protein.
1 cup (250 mL) frozen edamame
1 cup (250 mL) frozen corn
1 pkg (250 g) PC Blue Menu Whole Grain Brown Rice with Lentils and Quinoa Blend
1 shallot, minced
3 tbsp (45 mL) fresh lemon juice
1 tbsp (15 mL) omega oil
¼ tsp. (1 mL) freshly ground black pepper
1 cup (250 mL) cherry tomatoes, halved
1/3 cup (75 mL) drained and crumbled light feta cheese in brine