Was looking for a yummy cool side dish that was quick and easy to make, as well as being healthy. Then a friend of mine served couscous with a similar dressing for dinner that knocked my socks off. And here we are!

I had planned to use some leftover cooked rice to make rice croquettes, but somewhere during the process I realized my rice was too wet to work with, so I changed plans and added watercress to make a rice salad. I thought it would go well with my main dish, chicken piccata. The flavors combined really well with the seasonings.The flavour of the dish will change considerably depending on the variety and ripeness of your tomato. I think an acidic and savoury tomato is better than sweet ones. The dish is best once it has cooled, and the flavours have melded. The kombu garlic dressing can be used in many dishes, so make some to keep on hand. Recipe by Kaichou Washoku

Just tried this with whatever I had in my pantry. Was so comforting & yet delicious. Very few ingredients used. #mycookbook

Very mild and Very good flavor. Went great with my fajitas!

MY VERSIONSIMPLE AND QUICKVEGAN SIDE DISHLOVING IT

This was an attempt at a flavor full yet slightly healthy dish. It actually worked out really well. You could use any meat or tofu. The veggies you use can be your choice. This is one of those "let's see what I have" sort of meals. This is garlicky, but that was my goal. But for us, not overpowering. It looks complicated, but it wasn't really. I used red leaf lettuce, I suggest a not to stiff type, or you can cut it smaller if you use something like Romain.

#kidstiffinwill try to make beetroot rice and beetroot related recipe for next challenge

total yummy goodness. easy to make... and had just enough sweetness from the berries. mmmmm... awesome on a hot day for a quick lunch.