Cilantro Rice

Ingredients

8 cups cold water
4 cups long-grain white rice
1 tablespoon coarse salt, plus
1 teaspoon coarse salt
3 cups cilantro, fresh, chopped
2 cups red bell peppers, diced
2 cups yellow bell peppers, diced
1 cup olive oil
23 cup white wine vinegar
black pepper, ground, fresh

Directions

In a large saucepan, bring the water to a boil over high heat.
Add the rice and salt and bring back to a boil.
Immediately lower the heat, cover the pan, and cook for 20 minutes.
Remove from the heat and let rest, covered, for 10 minutes.
Transfer the rice to a large bowl.
Stir in the cilantro, bell peppers, olive oil, vinegar, and pepper to taste.
Serve immediately or cover and let stand at room temperature.