**Cilantro Rice Salad: A Refreshing and Flavorful Side Dish**
Cilantro rice salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish that combines the zesty flavor of cilantro with the fluffy texture of rice. This versatile salad can be served as a side dish or a main course, and it's perfect for potlucks, picnics, and summer gatherings. With its medley of fresh ingredients, including red onion, cucumber, tomatoes, and lemon juice, this salad is a delightful blend of flavors and textures. It's also incredibly easy to make, requiring just a few simple steps and pantry staples.
In this extensive guide, we'll provide you with two delectable cilantro rice salad recipes: a classic version and a spicy variation. The classic recipe offers a well-balanced combination of flavors, while the spicy version adds a kick of heat with the addition of jalapeños and cayenne pepper. Both recipes are incredibly versatile and can be customized to your liking, allowing you to adjust the ingredients and seasonings to suit your preferences. So, get ready to embark on a culinary journey and create a refreshing and flavorful cilantro rice salad that will impress your taste buds and leave you craving more.
CILANTRO LIME GRILLED CHICKEN BREAST WITH SOUTHWEST YELLOW RICE SALAD
This is a lovely, light & flavorful dinner! The chicken has the yummy cilantro and lime flavors from the marinade. They're subtle, definitely not overpowering. The corn salad does have some heat, but it pairs very well with the chicken. If you're able to get your hands on fresh corn, it's definitely worth using.
Provided by Barbara Mayo
Categories Salads
Time 1h10m
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- 1. Begin marinade for chicken by adding chopped cilantro to zest and juice of 2 limes mix well. In a casserole dish place 4 chicken breasts and sprinkle 1 tablespoon Mrs. Dash Southwest Chipotle spices evenly on all 4, followed by cilantro lime marinade. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- 2. Yellow rice salad begins with preparing yellow rice as directed on package. When rice is done remove to a large bowl fluff. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate until you are ready to mix salad.
- 3. Start fire in grill (I use charcoal but you could use gas just make sure you have nice high heat to start) you could also do this inside on a grill pan if you have no outside grill! I like to get my fire really hot all coals burning then take a paper towel with olive oil and rub grill to make sure chicken does not stick. When coals are ready medium to high heat place corn on fire grill about 6-8 minutes then remove from grill to cool. Remove chicken from marinade and place on grill. Grill 4 minutes on each side then turn and grill again to get grill marks criss crossed. Total 8 minutes on each side. Watch fire if it flames spray with water to get rid of flames. When grilling is done remove to side of grill with low heat. Then leave there to finish cooking about 10-15 minutes.
- 4. While chicken is on low heat begin salad. Cut corn from cob and place in large bowl of yellow rice. Add black beans, garlic, fresh tomatoes, and red onion toss well set aside while making dressing.
- 5. In food processor add adobe sauce, 1 sliced avocado, juice of 1 lime, sea salt, pulse 3-4 times until smooth and creamy then slowly add extra virgin olive oil while processor is running until incorporated. Remove from processor bowl and add to salad. Toss well and return to refrigerator for at least 15 minutes.
- 6. Plating start with 2-3 serving spoons of yellow rice salad topped with chicken breast that have been sliced on the diagonal top with 4 slices of fresh avocado sprinkle with ground black pepper and a squeeze of fresh lime.
BROWN RICE, CHICKEN, AND CILANTRO SALAD
The familiar combination of chicken and rice takes a delicious detour with the addition of Asian flavors in this brown rice, chicken, and cilantro salad recipe.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Meat & Poultry Chicken Chicken Breast Recipes
Time 1h15m
Yield Makes 5 cups
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Combine water and soy sauce in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat. Add chicken. Cook, covered, for 4 minutes. Stir in sesame oil. Let cool.
- Combine rice, bok choy, cilantro, and sesame seeds in a bowl; toss in chicken with juices. Refrigerate until ready to serve. Serve with lime wedges.
RICE SALAD WITH CILANTRO VINAIGRETTE
I grow all my own herbs, including fresh cilantro. In fact, I first tried this recipe because it had cilantro in it. It's a delicious and colorful salad.-Michele Montgomery, Lethbridge, Alberta
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 15m
Yield 4-6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a bowl, combine rice, beans, peppers and cilantro. Combine the remaining ingredients in a jar with a tight-fitting lid; shake well. Pour over rice mixture and toss to coat. Refrigerate until serving.
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INDONESIAN RICE SALAD WITH ORANGE-SESAME-CILANTRO DRESSING
A potluck or picnic favorite. You will like the subtle flavors. If you don't like Cilantro, leave it out.
Provided by Miss Annie
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 55m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Cook rice according to directions and place in a bowl to cool to room temperature.
- When cool, add pineapple, cashews, raisins, green onions, red and green bell peppers, celery, bean sprouts and cilantro.
- In a jar, combine dressing ingredients and shake to mix.
- If the salad is served immediately, drizzle all of the dressing over the salad.
- If salad is to be served later, use only half of dressing over salad, then at the last minute add the other half of dressing, stirring to coat.
- May be served room temperature or chilled.
BROWN RICE, EDAMAME AND CILANTRO SALAD
Steps:
- Toss rice with vinegar while still warm. Steam edamame in pan of water until green and tender, 2 min. Whisk soy, water & oil in small bowl. Combine rice, greens, cilantro and edamame in large bowl and stir in dressing. Season with salt & pepper and lime juice. Add sesame seeds or use for garnish. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
Tips:
- For the best flavor, use fresh cilantro. If you don't have fresh cilantro on hand, you can use 1/2 cup of chopped parsley.
- If you like a little spice, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes to the dressing.
- To make the salad ahead of time, cook the rice and quinoa according to the package instructions. Let it cool completely, then store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. When you're ready to serve, simply combine the rice and quinoa with the remaining ingredients.
- This salad is also a great way to use up leftover chicken or shrimp. Simply add it to the salad along with the other ingredients.
- If you don't have a citrus juicer, you can use a lemon or lime zester to get the zest. Simply grate the zest of the lemon or lime into the dressing.
Conclusion:
Cilantro rice salad is a refreshing and flavorful side dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. Whether you like it spicy or mild, with chicken or shrimp, or with a variety of vegetables, this salad is sure to please everyone at your table.
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