White Rice, Mixed Green Salad, And Sardines Recipe

Name: White Rice, Mixed Green Salad, And Sardines
Prep time: 10 minutes
Cook time: 20 minutes
Yield: 1
Cuisine: International
Ingredients: white rice: 150g; mixed greens (lettuce, arugula, possibly spinach or other leafy greens): 75g; onion, sliced or chopped: 10g; tomato, chopped: 10g; canned sardines: 60g; olive oil: 5g; vinegar or lemon juice: 5g; salt and pepper: 0g

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Introducing a harmonious blend of simplicity and nutrition, this dish combines the wholesome goodness of white rice, a vibrant mixed green salad, and protein-rich sardines to create a balanced and satisfying meal. Perfect for those seeking a nutritious yet easy-to-prepare option, this dish brings together the light, fluffy texture of white rice with the crisp freshness of a mixed greens salad, topped off with hearty sardines for a boost of flavor and omega-3 fatty acids. Drizzled with a simple dressing of olive oil and a splash of vinegar or lemon juice, and seasoned to perfection with salt and pepper, it's a meal that promises to delight the senses while nourishing the body.

White Rice, Mixed Green Salad, and Sardines

🌎 International: Entree

🔥 Calories 550kcal
🍗 Protein 25g
🍚 Carbs 90g
🧈 Fat 15g

🥗 Ingredients:

white rice (150g)
mixed greens (lettuce, arugula, possibly spinach or other leafy greens) (75g)
onion, sliced or chopped (10g)
tomato, chopped (10g)
canned sardines (60g)
olive oil (5g)
vinegar or lemon juice (5g)
salt and pepper (0g)

🍳 How to cook (1 serving):

Cooking Time: 20 minutesPreperation Time: 10 minutes

Cooking the Rice

1. Rinse 150 grams of white rice under cold water until the water runs clear. 2. In a saucepan, bring the rinsed rice and 2 cups of water to a boil. 3. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 18-20 minutes, or until the water is absorbed and the rice is tender. Remove from heat and let it sit, covered, for 5 minutes before fluffing with a fork.

Preparing the Mixed Green Salad

1. In a large bowl, combine approximately 75 grams of mixed greens, 10 grams of chopped onion, and 10 grams of chopped tomato. 2. Drizzle with olive oil and vinegar or lemon juice to taste. Season with salt and pepper, and toss gently to combine.

Assembling the Sardines

1. Open a can of sardines and if desired, remove the bones and skin. 2. Arrange the sardines on top of the cooked white rice or alongside the mixed green salad, according to preference.

⭐️ Nutrition facts:

This dish is a great source of lean protein from the sardines, complex carbohydrates from the white rice, and a variety of vitamins and minerals from the mixed greens. It's also rich in heart-healthy Omega-3 fatty acids, making it a nutritious choice for heart health. With a moderate amount of calories, it can fit into a balanced diet.