Best 7 Basmati Rice Confetti Salad Recipes

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Indulge in a vibrant and flavorful culinary journey with Basmati Rice Confetti Salad, a delightful dish that combines the delicate aroma of basmati rice with a symphony of colorful vegetables, tangy dressing, and a hint of aromatic herbs. Discover a collection of tantalizing recipes that showcase the versatility of this beloved grain. From the classic Basmati Rice Confetti Salad, bursting with crisp bell peppers, refreshing cucumbers, and juicy tomatoes, to the exotic Moroccan Basmati Rice Salad, featuring succulent dried fruits, nutty almonds, and a zesty dressing infused with warm spices. Embark on a culinary adventure with Mediterranean Basmati Rice Salad, a delightful blend of sun-kissed vegetables, briny olives, and feta cheese, drizzled with a vibrant lemon-tahini dressing. Delight in the simplicity of Persian Jeweled Rice, adorned with a jewel-toned array of dried fruits, nuts, and herbs, offering a taste of Persia's rich culinary heritage. Each recipe promises a unique taste experience, ensuring that your palate will be tantalized and your senses awakened.

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TEXAS CONFETTI RICE SALAD



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A spicy way to dress up rice, this southwestern salad will impress at the dinner table or at a potluck lunch. Just add a hearty appetite!-Linda Morten, Somerville, TX

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 12 servings (1-1/3 cups each).

Number Of Ingredients 18

2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) chicken broth
2 cups uncooked long grain rice
1/2 cup water
4 cups cubed cooked turkey
4 medium tomatoes, seeded and chopped
2 cups fresh or frozen corn, thawed
1 large green pepper, chopped
1 medium red onion, chopped
1 cup olive oil
1/2 cup minced fresh cilantro
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies
3 tablespoons white wine vinegar
3 tablespoons lime juice
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
2-1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon garlic salt
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 medium ripe avocado, peeled and cubed

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, bring the broth, rice and water to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15-18 minutes or until liquid is absorbed and rice is tender. Transfer to a large bowl; cool completely., Stir in the turkey, tomatoes, corn, green pepper and onion. In a small bowl, whisk the oil, cilantro, chilies, vinegar, lime juice, mustard, cumin, garlic salt and pepper flakes. Pour over salad; toss to coat. Chill until serving. Just before serving, stir in avocado.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 426 calories, Fat 23g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 37mg cholesterol, Sodium 589mg sodium, Carbohydrate 36g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 18g protein.

BASMATI RICE SALAD



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Provided by Bobby Flay

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 cups basmati rice, rinsed until water runs clear and drained well
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 large onion, thinly sliced
2 cloves garlic, chopped
1 cinnamon stick
1 bay leaf
2 cloves
1 cardamom pod
1/2 teaspoon cumin
3 1/2 cups boiling water
1/2 cup golden raisins
Salt and freshly ground pepper
1/2 cup cashews

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat, add the onions and garlic and cook until soft. Add the cinnamon, bay leaf, cloves, cardamom and cumin and cook for 1 minute. Add the boiling water and raisins and season with salt and pepper to taste. Let the water come back to a boil, stir once, cover the pot, reduce the heat and let cook for 12 to 15 minutes. Remove from heat and let sit 10 minutes. Remove lid and fluff with a fork, fold in cashews and reseason with salt and pepper to taste. Serve at room temperature.

BASMATI RICE SALAD WITH CURRANTS AND NUTS



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Categories     Fruit     Nut     Rice     Side     Vegetarian     Currant     Lemon     Pecan     Walnut     Healthy     Vegan     Persian New Year     Parsley     Simmer     Bon Appétit     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Peanut Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Serves 6 to 8 as a side-dish or 4 as a main-course

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 cups water
2 cups brown basmati rice
1 1/3 cups thinly sliced green onions
1 1/2 cups thinly sliced celery
3/4 cup minced fresh parsley
3/4 cup chopped pecans
1/2 cup dried currants
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
5 tablespoons olive oil
5 tablespoons lemon juice
3 tablespoons soy sauce
2 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin

Steps:

  • Combine 4 cups water and rice in large saucepan. Bring to boil. Cover; reduce heat and simmer until tender, about 35 minutes. Drain if necessary. Transfer rice to large bowl. Fluff with fork. Cool. Mix in green onions, celery, parsley, pecans, currants and walnuts.
  • Whisk olive oil, lemon juice, soy sauce and cumin in small bowl to blend. Pour over rice salad; toss to coat. Season to taste with salt and pepper and serve.

BASMATI RICE



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Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     side-dish

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 tablespoon unsalted butter or olive oil
1 yellow onion, chopped
1 cup long grain basmati rice
1 3/4 cups water
1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
1/4 cup sliced scallions
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Cook the butter and onions over medium heat until translucent, about 3 minutes. Add the rice and toss until all of the grains are coated with the butter. Add the water and salt, cover and cook until the water is absorbed and the rice is tender, about 15 to 20 minutes. Turn off the heat and allow to sit covered for 5 to 10 minutes. Add the scallions and parsley, fluff with a fork, and serve.

BASMATI AND WILD RICE SALAD



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This can be easily doubled or tripled for a buffet. Serve it with beef tenderloin and you've got yourself a first class meal!

Provided by Grace Lynn

Categories     Rice

Time 2h

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

4 cups cold water
4 teaspoons salt
1/2 cup wild rice
1 1/2 cups basmati rice
2 inches fresh ginger
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
2 -3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1/2 cup peanut oil
salt & freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup chopped green onion
1/2 cup dried currant, soaked in
1/2 cup marsala, until soft (20 minutes)
1/3 cup toasted pine nuts

Steps:

  • To cook the rice, bring 1 1/2 cups of the water and 2 teaspoons of the salt to a boil in a medium saucepan.
  • Add the wild rice, reduce heat to low, cover and simmer until the rice is tender, about 1 hour.
  • Combine the basmati rice and the remaining 2 1/2 cups water in a medium saucepan.
  • Let sit for 1 hour.
  • Then bring to a boil, add the remaining 2 teaspoons salt and the ginger, reduce heat to low, cover and simmer until the rice has absorbed all of the water and is tender, about 15 minutes.
  • Discard the ginger.
  • To make the vinaigrette, combine the nutmeg and cumin in a small bowl and whisk in the lemon juice.
  • Add the oil and season with salt and pepper.
  • To finish the salad, combine the wild rice and basmati rice while still warm in a large bowl.
  • Toss the vinaigrette with the rice, then stir in the green onions, currants and any remaining Marsala, and nuts.
  • Adjust the seasoning.
  • Serve at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 550.6, Fat 24.8, SaturatedFat 3.8, Sodium 1565.4, Carbohydrate 59.5, Fiber 3.8, Sugar 10.2, Protein 7.4

ROASTED CORN AND BASMATI RICE SALAD



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The unique flavor of basmati rice and the rich nuttiness of roasted corn are highlighted by fresh lemon juice and basil in a salad that's always a crowd pleaser at our summer barbecues. This salad is best served well chilled.

Provided by BONNIE Q.

Categories     Salad     Grains     Rice Salad Recipes

Time 2h

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 cups uncooked basmati rice
1 quart water
8 ears corn, kernels cut from cob
3 tablespoons corn oil
1 lemon, juiced
½ cup red wine vinegar
½ cup corn oil
1 tablespoon white sugar
½ cup minced fresh basil
salt and pepper to taste
3 tomatoes - peeled, seeded and diced
1 large red onion, diced
6 green onions, chopped

Steps:

  • In a medium pot, bring the basmati rice and water to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer 20 minutes.
  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). In a bowl, toss the corn kernels with 3 tablespoons corn oil. Spread the corn on a large baking sheet. Bake 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until lightly browned. remove from heat, and cool.
  • In a bowl, mix the lemon juice, red wine vinegar, 1/2 cup corn oil, sugar, basil, salt, and pepper.
  • In a large bowl, toss together the cooked rice, cooked corn, tomatoes, corn oil mixture, red onion, and green onions. Cover, and chill at least 1 hour before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 457.9 calories, Carbohydrate 64.7 g, Fat 20.5 g, Fiber 4.8 g, Protein 7.7 g, SaturatedFat 2.7 g, Sodium 23.8 mg, Sugar 6.7 g

BASMATI RICE WITH SUMMER VEGETABLE SALAD



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Provided by Bon Appétit Test Kitchen

Categories     Salad     Rice     Tomato     Side     Picnic     Vegetarian     High Fiber     Lunch     Pea     Radish     Squash     Summer     Healthy     Low Cholesterol     Vegan     Bon Appétit     Sugar Conscious     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Makes 2 to 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 small shallot, chopped
2 tablespoons chopped flat-leaf parsley
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves
Kosher salt, freshly ground pepper
1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 cups cooked basmati rice, cooled
2 cups bite-size pieces assorted vegetables (such as radishes, tomatoes, peas, summer squash) or carrot ribbons
3/4 cup torn mixed leafy greens, sprouts, and herbs
1/3 cup chopped red, yellow, or white onion or scallions
2 tablespoons toasted pine nuts (optional)

Steps:

  • Pulse first 4 ingredients in a blender until combined; season with salt and pepper. With blender running, slowly drizzle in oil. Process dressing until well blended.
  • Place remaining ingredients in a large bowl; drizzle with 3 tablespoons dressing and toss to coat. Pass remaining dressing alongside for drizzling over.

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients: The better the ingredients, the better the salad will taste. Look for fresh, flavorful vegetables, and high-quality rice and nuts.
  • Cook the rice properly: Basmati rice is a long-grain rice that cooks up light and fluffy. Be sure to follow the package directions for cooking the rice.
  • Let the rice cool completely: Before adding the rice to the salad, let it cool completely. This will help prevent the salad from becoming mushy.
  • Chop the vegetables evenly: This will help ensure that they cook evenly and have a pleasing texture in the salad.
  • Don't overdress the salad: A little dressing goes a long way. Start with a small amount and add more to taste.
  • Serve the salad immediately: This salad is best enjoyed fresh. If you need to make it ahead of time, store it in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours.

Conclusion:

Basmati rice confetti salad is a delicious and refreshing side dish that is perfect for any occasion. It's easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With its vibrant colors and flavors, this salad is sure to be a hit at your next gathering.

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