Best 20 Rainbow Salad Recipes

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Feast your eyes and tantalize your taste buds with the vibrant Rainbow Salad, a delightful symphony of colors and flavors that will elevate your dining experience. This visually stunning salad features an array of fresh, crisp vegetables, each contributing its unique texture and flavor to create a harmonious and refreshing ensemble. From the juicy sweetness of tomatoes and the earthy crunch of carrots to the crisp bite of cucumbers and the delicate crunch of radishes, every ingredient in this salad plays a vital role in delivering a delightful culinary experience. Dressed with a tangy and flavorful vinaigrette, this salad is a perfect accompaniment to grilled meats, roasted chicken, or as a light and healthy meal on its own. Additionally, discover two irresistible variations of the Rainbow Salad: the Rainbow Pasta Salad, a delightful combination of colorful vegetables, tender pasta, and a creamy dressing, and the Rainbow Quinoa Salad, a protein-packed and nutrient-rich salad featuring quinoa, roasted vegetables, and a zesty dressing. These vibrant and flavorful recipes are sure to become favorites in your kitchen, offering a refreshing and delicious way to enjoy the rainbow's bounty of colors and flavors.

Here are our top 20 tried and tested recipes!

RAINBOW FRUIT SALAD WITH HONEY LIME DRESSING RECIPE BY TASTY



Rainbow Fruit Salad With Honey Lime Dressing Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: fresh strawberry , kiwis, mangoes, bananas, fresh blurberry, honey, lime

Provided by Robin Broadfoot

Categories     Sides

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 lb fresh strawberry , quartered
4 kiwis, peeled and diced
2 mangoes, diced
2 bananas, sliced
12 oz fresh blurberry
2 tablespoons honey
1 lime, juiced

Steps:

  • Quarter the strawberries and place into a large bowl.
  • Dice the mango and place on top of the strawberries.
  • Peel and dice the kiwi. Add into the bowl.
  • Slice bananas and place in the bowl. Add in the blueberries.
  • In a small bowl mix honey and lime juice.
  • Pour syrup over the fruit and mix. Mix well.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 341 calories, Carbohydrate 86 grams, Fat 1 gram, Fiber 11 grams, Protein 4 grams, Sugar 63 grams

RAINBOW ROTINI SALAD



Rainbow Rotini Salad image

This is a standard for potlucks, and it makes a nice big salad that tastes great!

Provided by Sue H.

Categories     Salad     100+ Pasta Salad Recipes     Vegetarian Pasta Salad Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (16 ounce) package colored rotini pasta
2 tomatoes, chopped
1 green bell pepper, chopped
1 onion, chopped
1 large cucumber, chopped
1 cup broccoli florets
1 cup fresh sliced mushrooms
1 (8 ounce) bottle Italian-style salad dressing
1 cup black olives, pitted and sliced

Steps:

  • Bring 4 quarts of water to a rapid boil (2 teaspoons of salt can be added, optional). Add rotini. Return water to rapid boil and cook uncovered, stirring frequently, for about 10 to 12 minutes. Drain. Rinse in cold water.
  • Combine cooked pasta with tomatoes, green bell pepper, onion, cucumber, broccoli, mushrooms, olives and Italian salad dressing. Cover and chill. Toss salad before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 326.5 calories, Carbohydrate 50.2 g, Fat 11.2 g, Fiber 3.9 g, Protein 9.1 g, SaturatedFat 1.8 g, Sodium 622.6 mg, Sugar 6.8 g

RAINBOW ROTINI PASTA SALAD



Rainbow Rotini Pasta Salad image

Oodles of noodles plus plenty of fresh veggies make Debbie Albright's side dish a real meal-brightener. "I sometimes add extra color by substituting red bell pepper for half of the green one," she shares from her Salisbury, North Carolina kitchen.But the secret ingredient in this salad is actually t he sweetened condensed milk."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 12-14 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 package (1 pound) tricolor spiral pasta
2 medium carrots, shredded
1 large red onion, chopped
1 medium green pepper, chopped
1/2 teaspoon celery seed or 2 celery ribs, chopped
1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
1 cup vinegar
1 cup mayonnaise
3/4 cup sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 to 1 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. Rinse in cold water and drain; place in a large bowl. Add carrots, onion, green pepper and celery seed. In another bowl, combine the remaining ingredients. Pour over pasta mixture and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 8 hours or overnight.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 378 calories, Fat 16g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 15mg cholesterol, Sodium 296mg sodium, Carbohydrate 53g carbohydrate (28g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 7g protein.

RAINBOW PASTA SALAD I



Rainbow Pasta Salad I image

A terrific Italian-flavored pasta salad with broccoli, pepperoni and cheese.

Provided by CESTIE

Categories     Salad     100+ Pasta Salad Recipes     Rotini Pasta Salad Recipes

Time 1h25m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (16 ounce) package tri-color rotini pasta
¼ pound sliced pepperoni sausage
1 cup fresh broccoli florets
1 (6 ounce) can black olives, drained and sliced
1 (8 ounce) package mozzarella cheese, shredded
1 (16 ounce) bottle Italian-style salad dressing

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain and rinse twice in cold water.
  • In a large bowl, combine cooked pasta, pepperoni, broccoli, olives, cheese and dressing.
  • Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 415.1 calories, Carbohydrate 25.6 g, Cholesterol 32.8 mg, Fat 29.1 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 13.9 g, SaturatedFat 7.9 g, Sodium 1518 mg, Sugar 5.1 g

RAINBOW PASTA SALAD



Rainbow Pasta Salad image

This refreshing, colorful salad is my mother's recipe. It features an uncommon but tempting mixture of vegetables. Mother always cooks with wonderful flair, and everything she makes is delicious as well as lovely on the table. -Barbara Carlucci, Orange Park, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 15m

Yield 14 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 package (16 ounces) tricolor spiral pasta
2 cups fresh broccoli florets
1 cup chopped carrots
1/2 cup chopped tomato
1/2 cup chopped cucumber
1/4 cup chopped onion
1 can (15-1/4 ounces) whole kernel corn, drained
1 jar (6-1/2 ounces) marinated artichoke hearts, drained and halved
1 bottle (8 ounces) Italian salad dressing

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions; drain and rinse in cold water. Place in a large bowl; add remaining ingredients and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 2 hours or overnight.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 230 calories, Fat 9g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 402mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

RAINBOW PASTA SALAD II



Rainbow Pasta Salad II image

This is a really quick and easy pasta salad. Great for picnics and BBQ's.

Provided by JENNIEANNE

Categories     Salad     100+ Pasta Salad Recipes     Vegetarian Pasta Salad Recipes

Time 1h25m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 (16 ounce) package tri-colored pasta assortment
2 large tomatoes, diced
1 large cucumber, peeled and diced
1 red onion, finely chopped
1 (16 ounce) bottle Italian-style salad dressing

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain and rinse in cold water.
  • In a large bowl combine tomatoes, cucumbers, onion, cooled pasta and Italian dressing. Refrigerate overnight, or for at least 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 387.1 calories, Carbohydrate 51.7 g, Fat 16.7 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 8.3 g, SaturatedFat 2.7 g, Sodium 924 mg, Sugar 7.9 g

RAINBOW FRUIT SALAD



Rainbow Fruit Salad image

When my children were young, I would often dress up fresh fruit in this easy salad. Decades later, my grandchildren and great-grandchildren still love digging in to the fruity layers. The salad goes well with barbecued meats or cold sandwiches. -Jonnie Adams Sisler, Stevensville, Montana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 20 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 large firm bananas, sliced
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 cups seeded cubed watermelon
2 cups fresh or canned pineapple chunks
1 pint fresh blueberries
3 kiwifruit, peeled and sliced
1 pint fresh strawberries, halved
6 ounces cream cheese, softened
1/3 cup confectioners' sugar
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1/2 teaspoon grated lime zest
1 cup heavy whipping cream, whipped

Steps:

  • Toss bananas in lemon juice; place in a 4-qt. glass serving bowl. Add remaining fruit in layers. , In a bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add sugar and the lime juice and zest. Stir in a small amount of whipped cream; mix well. Fold in remaining whipped cream. Spread over fruit. Chill until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 123 calories, Fat 7g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 22mg cholesterol, Sodium 31mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

RAINBOW FRUIT SALAD



Rainbow Fruit Salad image

I was with my kids one day thinking of things that we could make for a potluck at church and this was a hit!

Provided by CUADRA6

Categories     Salad     Fruit Salad Recipes     Blueberry Salad Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 7

½ watermelon
1 cantaloupe, peeled and seeded
1 (15 ounce) can pineapple chunks, drained
1 pint blueberries, rinsed and drained
4 plums, pitted and chopped
1 cup green seedless grapes
1 cup red seedless grapes

Steps:

  • Use a melon baller to hollow out watermelon and cantaloupe into a large bowl.
  • Add drained pineapple, blueberries, plums, green and purple grapes to the bowl with the melons. Gently mix all fruit together and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 165.1 calories, Carbohydrate 41.6 g, Fat 0.8 g, Fiber 3.2 g, Protein 2.7 g, SaturatedFat 0.1 g, Sodium 12.5 mg, Sugar 35.3 g

SHREDDED RAINBOW SALAD



Shredded Rainbow Salad image

He may be a celebrity chef, but to Jamie Oliver's four kids, he's just a dad making a healthy dinner. And it doesn't stop at his own table: He's on a mission to get every child to eat better. This recipe adapted from " Jamie Oliver's Great Britain," by Jamie Oliver, published by Hyperion. Copyright 2012. Reprinted with permission. All rights reserved.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Salad Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 raw medium beets (any color), trimmed, scrubbed, and quartered
1/4 red cabbage, quartered
2 large carrots, scrubbed and trimmed
1/4 white cabbage, quartered
2 pears, stems removed and quartered
1 cup walnut halves, roughly bashed
2 handfuls fresh curly parsley or mint, chopped
1 tablespoon mayonnaise
2 teaspoons mustard
3 tablespoons cider vinegar
6 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
Sea salt and ground pepper
Worcestershire sauce
Hot sauce

Steps:

  • Put a coarse grater attachment into a food processor and push ingredients through in the following order (to stop the beets from staining everything): beets, red cabbage, carrots, white cabbage, and pears. (If your food processor is a bit small, do this in batches.) Turn vegetables out onto a platter so you get a pile of rainbow colors. Mix the mayonnaise, mustard, vinegar, and oil, then season with salt, pepper, Worcestershire, and hot sauce. Add walnuts and herbs and toss everything together until you get a big, beautiful plate of dressed vegetables.

RAINBOW VEGGIE SALAD RECIPE BY TASTY



Rainbow Veggie Salad Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: large head romain lettuce, cherry tomatoes, carrot, yellow bell pepper, cucumber, red onion, red wine vinegar, honey, dijon mustard, dried oregano, garlic clove, olive oil, salt, pepper

Provided by Joey Firoben

Categories     Appetizers

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 large head romain lettuce, chopped
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1 cup carrot, shredded
1 yellow bell pepper, diced
1 cucumber, sliced & halved
½ red onion, diced
3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
3 tablespoons honey
3 tablespoons dijon mustard
1 tablespoon dried oregano
1 garlic clove, minced
3 tablespoons olive oil
salt, to taste
pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • On a cutting board, chop head of lettuce.
  • In a large bowl, combine the romaine lettuce, cherry tomatoes, shredded carrots, yellow bell pepper, cucumber, and diced red onion.
  • To make the dressing, combine the red wine vinegar, honey, dijon mustard, dried oregano, garlic, salt, and pepper in a medium bowl, and whisk together until the dressing is thick.
  • Pour the dressing over the salad just before serving.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 460 calories, Carbohydrate 66 grams, Fat 22 grams, Fiber 9 grams, Protein 6 grams, Sugar 48 grams

THE RAINBOW ROOM'S CARROT AND PEANUT SALAD



The Rainbow Room's Carrot and Peanut Salad image

Provided by Nigella Lawson

Categories     Salad     Side     No-Cook     Quick & Easy     Vinegar     Peanut     Carrot     Vegan     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Serves 1-2, depending on your compulsiveness or generosity

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 medium carrots, peeled
1/3 cup salted peanuts
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons peanut oil
few drops sesame oil

Steps:

  • Grate the carrots very coarsely, push them through the french-fry cutter blade in the food processor, or just cut them into skinny batons or sticks. In a bowl, combine them with the peanuts and then add the remaining ingredients. I like to eat this, straight out of the Pyrex bowl I mix it in, held up high, under my chin, for ease of eating-action. In fact, the only way I stop eating it is by having someone prise the bowl out of my hands.

SUMMER RAINBOW SALAD



Summer Rainbow Salad image

Delicious medley of fresh fruit and vegetables! All the colors of the rainbow come together to create a wonderful and refreshing taste. Homemade dressing makes it perfect.

Provided by NANSYPANTS

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Tomato Salad Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 vine-ripe tomatoes, diced
2 mangos - peeled, seeded, and cubed
2 avocados - peeled, pitted, and cubed
1 orange bell pepper, chopped
1 cup fresh blueberries
1 red onion, chopped
½ bunch cilantro, chopped
¼ cup fresh lime juice
½ cup pineapple juice

Steps:

  • Place the tomato, mango, avocado, bell pepper, blueberries, onion, and cilantro into a large bowl. Pour the lime juice and pineapple juice overtop. Stir gently until evenly combined. Serve immediately for the freshest taste.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 153.2 calories, Carbohydrate 22.5 g, Fat 7.7 g, Fiber 5.8 g, Protein 2.3 g, SaturatedFat 1.1 g, Sodium 10 mg, Sugar 13.7 g

RAINBOW QUINOA SALAD



Rainbow Quinoa Salad image

Dr. David Eisenberg of the Harvard School of Public Health demonstrated along with his daughter, Naomi, a whole- wheat couscous salad that is the inspiration for this one at the "Healthy Kitchens, Healthy Lives" medical education conference in Napa Valley this year. You can use a variety of dried fruits and nuts, as well as a mix of herbs. Chop the larger dried fruits small so that the pieces are uniform.

Provided by Martha Rose Shulman

Categories     dinner, lunch, salads and dressings, appetizer, main course

Time 35m

Yield Serves 6 to 8

Number Of Ingredients 17

4 cups water
2/3 cup chopped dried fruit (such as apricots, raisins, cranberries, figs, currants)
1/4 cup chopped cilantro
1/4 cup chopped fresh mint
1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley
Salt to taste
1 cup red quinoa or rainbow quinoa, rinsed
1/4 cup lightly toasted pistachios
1/4 cup lightly toasted almonds, chopped
1/4 cup chopped walnuts
2 teaspoons lemon zest
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
Salt to taste
1 small garlic clove, puréeed (optional)
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon pomegranate molasses
1/3 cup extra- virgin olive oil

Steps:

  • Bring water to a boil in a 3-quart saucepan and add quinoa and salt to taste. Bring back to a rolling boil, then reduce heat slightly and boil gently for 20 minutes, or until you see a thread emerge from the blond and red quinoa. Drain and shake well in the strainer, then return to pot. Cover pot with a dishtowel and then , then place a lid over the dishtowel and let sit for 10 to 15 minutes undisturbed. Transfer to a large bowl.
  • Meanwhile, whisk together lemon juice, salt, garlic, cinnamon, and pomegranate molasses. Whisk in olive oil.
  • Toss together quinoa and dressing. Add remaining ingredients and toss together. Transfer to a platter, a wide bowl or individual plates and serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 266, UnsaturatedFat 14 grams, Carbohydrate 26 grams, Fat 17 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 6 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 441 milligrams, Sugar 7 grams

RAINBOW FRUIT SALAD



Rainbow Fruit Salad image

Good as a side dish or dessert, this salad made from fresh fruit is narurally low in fat, saturated fat, and sodium and is cholesterol free. The recipe comes from heart health.

Provided by Barb G.

Categories     Dessert

Time 30m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 large mango, peeled and diced
2 cups fresh blueberries
2 bananas, sliced sliced
2 cups fresh strawberries, halved
2 cups seedless grapes
2 nectarines, unpeeled and sliced
1 kiwi fruit, peeled and sliced
1/3 cup unsweetened orange juice
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 1/2 tablespoons honey
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1 dash nutmeg

Steps:

  • Prepare the fruit.
  • Combine all the ingredients for sauce and mix.
  • Just before serving, pour honey orange sauce over the fruit, serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 102.5, Fat 0.5, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 1.9, Carbohydrate 25.9, Fiber 3, Sugar 19.7, Protein 1.4

RAINBOW ROTINI CRAB SALAD



Rainbow Rotini Crab Salad image

A refreshing and simple summer salad. Also makes a very pretty presentation. May use more seasoning salt to taste. Enjoy!

Provided by Maddy_2

Categories     Crab

Time 30m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 packages imitation crabmeat, sliced
12 green onions, sliced green part only
1 cup black olives, sliced
1 package rainbow rotini pasta
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese or 2 cups monterey jack cheese
2 cups Miracle Whip
1/3 cup lemon juice
1 teaspoon lawrey seasoning salt

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions.
  • Drain, rinse and cool.
  • Mix dressing ingredients.
  • Fold in pasta, crab, green onions, black olives and cheese.
  • Refridgerate for at least 2 hours or overnite.

FRUITY RAINBOW SALAD



Fruity Rainbow Salad image

"This is a beautiful salad with all of its colorful fruits," confirms Teri Lindquist from Gurnee, Illinois. "You can use other produce as well, such as melon balls, bananas, apples and such. The sweet and tangy marinade gives the salad a refreshing zip."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 can (8 ounces) unsweetened pineapple chunks
2 cups sliced fresh strawberries
2 cups green grapes
1 can (15 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained
1 cup fresh blueberries
1 cup sliced nectarines
1/4 cup lemon juice
1/4 cup honey
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg

Steps:

  • Drain pineapple, reserving 1/4 cup juice. (Discard remaining juice or save for another use). In a bowl, combine the pineapple, strawberries, grapes, oranges, blueberries and nectarines. , In another bowl, combine the lemon juice, honey, nutmeg and reserved pineapple juice. Pour over fruit; mix gently. Cover and refrigerate for several hours or overnight.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 117 calories, Fat 1g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 3mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

RAINBOW FRUIT SALAD MEDLEY



Rainbow Fruit Salad Medley image

This fresh fruit medley makes a wonderful addition to the breakfast table. A few pinches of ground ginger and nutmeg put a flavorful twist on familiar tastes.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 cup honey
1/3 cup orange juice
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
5 cups cubed cantaloupe
1 cup fresh blueberries
2 large firm bananas, sliced
2 medium nectarines, peeled and sliced
2 cups sliced fresh strawberries
2 cups halved seedless grapes

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the first five ingredients; mix well. In a large bowl, combine the fruit. Add dressing and toss to coat. Serve immediately with a slotted spoon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 126 calories, Fat 1g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 8mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

RAINBOW ROTINI PASTA SALAD



Rainbow Rotini Pasta Salad image

I just love this pasta salad in the summertime! The fresh crisp veggies make it so refreshing! Enjoy!

Provided by Amber White

Categories     Salads

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 7

12 oz rainbow rotini pasta
8 oz italian salad dressing
1 c diced tomato
1/4 c diced onion
1/4 c sliced black olives
1/2 c diced cucumber
1/2 c broccoli florets

Steps:

  • 1. Cook and drain the pasta according to package directions.
  • 2. Run pasta under cold water. Strain
  • 3. In a large serving bowl add all the ingredients and toss gently.

RAINBOW BROCCOLI & CAULIFLOWER SALAD



RAINBOW BROCCOLI & CAULIFLOWER SALAD image

You may want to cut this recipe in half or less, I was preparing a salad for 3 different families. This one is great for a Party. Hence the amount of ingredients I used, since it is made with Splenda it does have less calories than a traditional salad and it also has less raisins than what I would normally use for a salad of this...

Provided by Rose Mary Mogan

Categories     Other Salads

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 bunch green onions chopped
1 medium red onion, chopped 1 cup
1 1/2 medium yellow onion, chopped
2 1/2 c radishes chopped
9 c fresh broccoli floweretts
8 c cauliflower, small florets
1 c golden raisins, plumped
2 c real bacon bit crumbles
2 c miracle whip
1 c mayonnaise
1 1/3 c apple cider vinegar
2 c splenda zero calorie sweetener

Steps:

  • 1. Add the raisins to a medium size bowl, cover with water, then cover bowl with saran wrap and Microwave for about 5 minutes. Remove and allow raisins to sit and plump as the water cools.
  • 2. I chose to process the green, yellow and red onions in the food processor. I also processed the radishes in the food processor, so as to avoid having big large chunks in the salad, but you may want large chunks in yours so do what suits you and your family best.
  • 3. For the cauliflower, and Broccoli, I did it by hand, as I didn't want it to be like crumbs, I wanted a bit of texture to the salad.
  • 4. Drain raisins, and allow to cool completely before adding to salad. Using a large bowl add in the broccoli, cauliflower, Bacon, Radishes, and chopped onions and raisins. Stir to mix together.
  • 5. In a separate bowl add the mayonnaise & miracle whip, Splenda, & apple cider vinegar, then whisk to blend together. MY APOLOGIES FOR THE PICTURES NOT BEING AS CLEAR AS THEY USUALLY ARE.
  • 6. Pour Dressing mixture over salad mixture, and stir with a large spoon to mix together. Pour into a large container, and refrigerate to allow the flavors to come together before serving. NOTE: MAY NEED TO STIR SALAD BEFORE SERVING . This salad is very tasty, but not as waist friendly because of the Mayonnaise & Bacon, but I bet you will love it, so eat sparingly & savor every bite. smile

RAINBOW QUINOA SALAD WITH FAVA BEANS AND HERBS



Rainbow Quinoa Salad With Fava Beans and Herbs image

Each of the three varieties of quinoa in rainbow quinoa -- red, black and blond - has a different texture, which is one of the things I like about the blend. The black grains are the hardest and never splay, and the red grains are harder than the white grains. The mixture takes about 5 minutes longer to cook than blond quinoa alone. I like to toast the grains in a hot pan first, for a richer flavor.

Provided by Martha Rose Shulman

Categories     salads and dressings

Time 1h

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 cup rainbow quinoa
2 cups water
Salt to taste
2 pounds fava beans
1/2 cup finely chopped flat-leaf parsley
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh dill
2 tablespoons chopped chives
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon sherry vinegar or Champagne vinegar
1 small garlic clove, puréed
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard (optional)
Freshly ground pepper
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons grapeseed oil
Small leaves romaine lettuce, for garnish (optional)

Steps:

  • Place the quinoa in a strainer and rinse several times with cold water. Heat a heavy medium-size saucepan over medium-high heat and add the quinoa. Stir until the water on the grains has evaporated and the quinoa begins to crackle and smell toasty. Add the water and salt to taste. Bring to a boil, cover and reduce the heat to low. Simmer 20 minutes, until the blond quinoa grains display little white spirals and the water has been absorbed. Place a dish towel over the top of the pot and return the lid. Let sit for 15 minutes. Fluff the quinoa with a fork or with spoons.
  • Meanwhile, shell and skin the fava beans. Bring a medium pot of salted water to a boil. Fill a bowl with ice water. Drop the shelled fava beans into the boiling water and boil 5 minutes. Drain and transfer immediately to the cold water. Allow the beans to cool for several minutes, then slip off their skins by pinching off the eye of the skin and squeezing gently. Hold several beans in one hand and use your other thumb and forefinger to pinch off the eyes; have a bowl for the shelled favas close at hand, and this will not take a very long time.
  • Transfer the quinoa to a large bowl. Add the favas and the herbs. In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, vinegar, salt to taste, garlic, optional mustard, pepper and the oils. Toss with the quinoa and fava bean mixture. Taste and adjust seasoning. Serve on a large platter or in a wide salad bowl, garnished with the lettuce if desired.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 324, UnsaturatedFat 10 grams, Carbohydrate 46 grams, Fat 12 grams, Fiber 14 grams, Protein 16 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 663 milligrams, Sugar 14 grams

Tips:

  • Choose a variety of colorful vegetables: This will make your salad more visually appealing and nutrient-rich. Some good options include tomatoes, cucumbers, carrots, bell peppers, and radishes.
  • Use a light and tangy dressing: This will help to enhance the flavors of the vegetables without overpowering them. A simple vinaigrette or lemon-tahini dressing is a good choice.
  • Don't be afraid to get creative: There are many different ways to make a rainbow salad. You can add different types of grains, legumes, nuts, and seeds to create a more substantial meal. You can also use different herbs and spices to flavor the salad.
  • Make it a meal: Rainbow salads can be a great main course or side dish. If you're serving it as a main course, you can add some grilled chicken, fish, or tofu. If you're serving it as a side dish, you can pair it with a grilled steak or roasted chicken.

Conclusion:

Rainbow salads are a delicious, healthy, and visually appealing way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables. They're also a great way to use up any leftover vegetables you have in your fridge. So next time you're looking for a healthy and refreshing meal, give rainbow salad a try. You won't be disappointed!

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