The Best Ever Brown Rice Salad

I'm not a huge fan of brown rice but once I'd tasted this salad I just couldn't get enough. It's very refreshing and versitile and everyone I know loves it.

• Ready In: 30 mins
• Serves: 6-8

Ingredients

• 1 1⁄2 cups brown rice
• 1  red bell pepper, chopped
• 3  spring onions, chopped
• 3  tablespoons parsley, finely chopped
• 1 1⁄2 cups cashew nuts
• 1  lemon, juice of
• 5  tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1  teaspoon  balsamic vinegar
• 1  teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1⁄4 cup sultana (optional)
• 1  tablespoon pine nuts (optional)

Directions

1. Place the lemon juice, olive oil, vinegar and worcestershire sauce in a screw top jar and shake well.
2. Cook the brown rice acording to the packet instructions, drain and place in a bowl. While the rice is still warm, mix in all the other ingredients including the dressing, stir thoroughly.
3. Serve at room temperature.