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Lynn's Greek Rice

 

cups cooked rice
2 (6 ounce) jars marinated artichoke hearts, reserve liquid and coarsely chopped
1 large tomato, seeded and chopped
1 medium cucumber, seeded, and chopped
1 medium red onion, chopped
1 cup crumbled feta cheese
1 (2.25) ounce can sliced black olives, drained
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon oregano
1/2 teaspoon lemon pepper
lettuce leaves


1. Combine rice, artichoke hearts, tomato, cucumber, onion, cheese, olives, parsley, lemon juice, oregano and lemon pepper. Chill 1 hour.

2. Just before serving drizzle reserved artichoke liquid over salad. Spoon into individual lettuce-lined salad plates.

Serving Suggestions: For a main dish salad, add 3/4 pound coarsely chopped cooked medium shrimp or 3/4 pound shredded cooked chicken.

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