Best 2 Fruity Rice Salad Recipes

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Indulge in a refreshing and vibrant Fruity Rice Salad, a delightful combination of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds. This versatile dish is perfect for summer gatherings, potlucks, or a light and healthy meal. With its medley of fresh fruits, fluffy rice, and a tangy dressing, this salad offers a burst of sweetness, crunch, and a hint of zest in every bite. From a classic Fruity Rice Salad with grapes, apples, and walnuts to a Tropical Fruity Rice Salad featuring mangoes, pineapples, and coconut, our collection of recipes has something for everyone. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey filled with vibrant colors and irresistible flavors.

**Recipes:**

1. **Classic Fruity Rice Salad:** This timeless recipe features a blend of sweet grapes, crisp apples, crunchy walnuts, and a tangy dressing made with mayonnaise, sour cream, and Dijon mustard.

2. **Tropical Fruity Rice Salad:** Transport your taste buds to paradise with this tropical twist on the classic. Featuring a medley of juicy mangoes, sweet pineapples, and shredded coconut, this salad is a burst of sunshine in every bite.

3. **Berrylicious Fruity Rice Salad:** For a sweet and tangy twist, try this Berrylicious Fruity Rice Salad. Mixed berries, such as strawberries, blueberries, and raspberries, add a vibrant pop of color and a burst of flavor to the fluffy rice.

4. **Mediterranean Fruity Rice Salad:** Inspired by the flavors of the Mediterranean, this salad combines fresh tomatoes, cucumbers, Kalamata olives, and feta cheese with fluffy rice. Drizzled with a tangy dressing made with olive oil, lemon juice, and herbs, it's a refreshing and flavorful dish.

5. **Spicy Fruity Rice Salad:** Add a kick of heat to your salad with this Spicy Fruity Rice Salad. Jalapeños, cayenne pepper, and a tangy dressing bring a spicy touch to the sweet fruits and fluffy rice.

6. **Quinoa Fruity Rice Salad:** For a healthier twist, try this Quinoa Fruity Rice Salad. Quinoa replaces white rice, offering a protein-packed and gluten-free base for the salad. Combined with fresh fruits and a tangy dressing, it's a nutritious and delicious option.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

FRUITY RICE SALAD



Fruity Rice Salad image

Ranch dressing adds a little "zip" to this fresh, flavorful salad. It makes a great lunch or supper on a hot summer day when you feel like eating something a little less filling.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 4-6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup ranch salad dressing
1 teaspoon salt
2-1/2 cups cubed cooked chicken
1-1/2 cups cooked rice
3/4 cup sliced celery
3/4 cup small green grapes
1/2 cup drained pineapple tidbits
1/2 cup drained mandarin oranges
1/2 cup slivered almonds, toasted

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine mayonnaise, salad dressing and salt. Fold in chicken, rice, celery and fruit. Cover and chill until ready to serve; add almonds.

Nutrition Facts :

RACHEL'S FRUITY RICE SALAD



Rachel's Fruity Rice Salad image

Tasty fruity savoury rice salad. Ideal accompaniment for barbecued, grilled or baked meats & fish. My mum used to make this salad back home in Cape Town, South Africa when we had our braais (bbqs) & it was my favourite salad, crunchy & fruity but definitely savoury. yummy mummy!

Provided by nicky wagerfield

Categories     Long Grain Rice

Time 22m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup plain long grain rice
1 teaspoon turmeric
1/4 cup raisins
salt & pepper
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper or 1 teaspoon peri-peri
2 tablespoons chunky fruit chutney
125 g canned peaches
1 medium white onion
1 green pepper (capsicum)
1/2 cup mayonnaise (or to taste, careful not too much as will be too soggy)
1 bunch chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • PREPARATION.
  • Bring adequate (two cups?) amount of salted water to rolling boil, add rice, turmeric & raisins.
  • Stir so that turmeric mixes into rice and can be absorbed, bring rice back to boil, then turn right down to simmer covered for rest of cooking time (10 - 12 minutes?).
  • Once rice is cooked, rinse/drain; set aside to cool.
  • Finely chop both green pepper & white onion.
  • Chunky chop (not fine) half of the peaches from the can.
  • Add pepper, onion, peaches, cayenne pepper/peri peri, chutney, mayonnaise, salt & pepper to rice turning ingredients into rice gently so as not to mash rice.
  • Garnish with parsley.
  • VARIATIONS.
  • •Try adding 1/4 cup brown rice which would need cooking separately as it takes longer to cook. just stir into plain rice before adding other ingredients.
  • •Using a tablespoon of either lemon or lime juice gives this dish a nice twist, or even try using lemon or lime rind for an extra zing.

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients: Fresh, ripe fruits and vegetables will make your rice salad more flavorful and appealing.
  • Cook the rice properly: Make sure the rice is cooked according to the package instructions, so it is light and fluffy.
  • Let the rice cool completely: This will help prevent the rice from becoming mushy when you add the other ingredients.
  • Use a variety of fruits and vegetables: This will give your rice salad a more complex flavor and texture.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment: There are many different ways to make rice salad, so feel free to add your own favorite ingredients and seasonings.

Conclusion:

Fruity rice salad is a delicious and refreshing dish that is perfect for summer gatherings. It is also a great way to use up leftover rice. With so many variations to choose from, there is sure to be a fruity rice salad recipe that everyone will enjoy. So next time you are looking for a light and healthy meal, give fruity rice salad a try. You won't be disappointed!

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