Rice Tomato Cucumber & Basil Salad

2 Tablespoons Olive Oil

2 Tablespoons Cider vinegar

2 Teaspoons Chopped fresh basil (or 1 teaspoon dried basil)

1/2 Teaspoon Salt

1/4 Teaspoon Pepper

3 Cups Cooked rice, cooled. 

2 Medium Tomato, chopped (seeded optional)

1 Medium Cucumber, chopped (seeded optional)

1 Small Red onion, chopped

Whisk together in small bowl first 5 ingredients. In medium bowl, gently mix remaining ingredients. Pour in dressing into rice/veggie mixture and mix well. Serve chilled or room temperature. Serves 6.

Variations: 

Use your favorite shaped pasta or another variety of rice.

Substitute veggies...colorful bell peppers, peas, etc.

Adjust dressing more or less to your taste.