I love grains in salads! It gives a slight crunch while taking the bore out of basic salads with greens as the base.

This week I have been munching on the salad below with a brown rice base. The finely diced toppings

amp up the crunch factor

while offering viagra price a variety of different flavors.

Simple Brown Rice Salad

• 1 cup cooked brown rice
• 1/2 red pepper
• 1/2 granny smith apple
• 1/4 cup raisins
• 1/4 cup sunflower seeds
• 2 celery stalks
• 1 tsp lemon juice

Cook the brown rice according to package directions. While rice is cooking, Finely dice red pepper, apple, and celery. Place diced ingredients in a bowl along with raisins and sunflower seeds and toss with lemon juice. Once rice is done cooking, drain and place in a bowl and top with mixed ingredients.

** Makes 2 servings.

Another simple, but satisfying way to incorporate grains and veggies into your diet

What different ways do you like to prepare salads?