Basil and Tomato Rice Salad

Few flavors go together better than fresh basil and ripe tomatoes. In this side dish, they are tossed together in a rice salad that would make the perfect addition to any picnic.

Basil and Tomato Rice Salad
Ingredients You Will Need:
4 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
Salt and pepper to taste
3 cups rice, cooked and cooled
1 ½ cups cherry tomatoes, halved
1 cucumber, seeded and sliced
1 red onion, thinly sliced
½ bunch basil, leaves removed and roughly chopped.

Whisk the first three ingredients together in a big bowl. Add the rest of the ingredients and toss to combine. Serve chilled or at room temperature.