Lunch: Lemon Rice Salad Recipe

This recipe includes fertility superfoods such as:

Lemon, Basil

Health and fertility benefits of Lemon Rice Salad Recipe

Lemons can help to prevent oxidative damage to the body, which women with PCOS are often susceptible to. Basil is an excellent stress reliever, and has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits.

Ingredients

1 cup olive oil
1/3 cup white wine vinegar
1 garlic clove, minced
1 to 2 teaspoons grated lemon peel
2 teaspoons sugar
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon salt
6 cups cooked long grain rice
2 cup cooked wild rice
2 cups diced seeded cucumbers
2/3 cup thinly sliced green onions
1/4 cup minced fresh parsley
1/4 cup minced fresh basil or 1 tablespoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup chopped pecans, toasted

Instructions

In a jar with tight-fitting lid, combine the first seven ingredients; shake well.
In a large bowl, combine long grain and wild rice; add dressing and toss. Cover and refrigerate overnight.
Add the cucumbers, green onions, parsley, basil and pepper; mix well. Chill for 2 hours. Fold in pecans just before serving.

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