CURRIED RICE SALAD WITH MELON, RAISINS, AND PEANUTS

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Categories     Salad     Blender     Rice     Side     Steam     Low Fat     Vegetarian     Raisin     Cantaloupe     Peanut     Curry     Summer     Chill     Boil     Gourmet     Pescatarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Serves 10 to 12

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups long-grain rice
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
2 1/2 teaspoons curry powder
3 tablespoons white-wine vinegar
1/3 cup vegetable oil
3/4 cup golden raisins
1 cantaloupe, seeded and cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1 cup plain yogurt
1/4 cup Major Grey's chutney
1/3 cup unsalted roasted peanuts

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan bring 4 quarts water to a boil, stir in the rice and the salt, stirring until the water returns to a boil, and boil the rice for 10 minutes. Drain the rice in a large sieve and rinse it. Set the sieve over a large saucepan of simmering water and steam the rice, covered with a folded kitchen towel and the lid, for 15 minutes, or until it is fluffy and dry. Transfer the rice to a very large bowl and let it cool to lukewarm.
  • In a small bowl whisk together 1 1/2 teaspoons of the curry powder, the vinegar, the oil, and salt to taste, add the vinaigrette to the rice, and toss the mixture well. Stir in the raisins and the cantaloupe. In a blender blend the yogurt, the chutney, and the remaining 1 teaspoon curry powder until the dressing is smooth, pour the dressing over the rice mixture, and toss the salad well. Chill the salad, covered, for 1 hour. The salad may be made 2 days in advance and kept covered and chilled. Serve the salad sprinkled with the peanuts.

Shazib Khalid
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I highly recommend this salad. It's easy to make, delicious, and refreshing.


Ziaullah sumra
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This salad is a great make-ahead dish for a party or potluck.


Nadir Pathan
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I love the combination of flavors and textures in this salad.


Iqrarsameer Hassan
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover melon.


Doris Acko
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I've made this salad several times and it's always a hit.


Marion Patterson
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This salad is a great way to cool down on a hot summer day.


Semawon George
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I'm not a vegetarian, but I love this salad. It's so refreshing and flavorful.


Puseletso Letlele
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This salad is a great way to get your kids to eat their fruits and veggies.


Vimbai Vengesai
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I added some chopped cucumber to the salad for some extra crunch.


Tshepho Khutshwe
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This salad is a great make-ahead dish. It tastes even better the next day.


Amila Jeewa
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I love the curry flavor in this salad. It's not too spicy, but it's still flavorful.


MD Amanullah
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover rice.


Joseph Ray Medina
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I used brown rice instead of white rice and it turned out great.


Krisno Mondol
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I'm not a big fan of raisins, so I omitted them from the recipe. It was still delicious!


Sharjeel Mushtaq
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This salad is perfect for a summer cookout or picnic.


Ayanna Charles
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I love how easy this salad is to make. I can usually have it ready in under 30 minutes.


Bilhah Njeri
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The melon and raisins add a nice sweetness to the dish, while the peanuts add a bit of crunch.


Malaika Queen
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I've made this salad twice now and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Hari Gaire
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This salad was a hit at my last potluck! Everyone raved about the unique combination of flavors and textures.