RICE SALAD NICOISE

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This is a French recipe for rice salad inspired by salade nicoise.

Provided by Stinkerbell

Categories     Salad     Grains     Rice Salad Recipes

Time 1h20m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 cups water
1 cup uncooked white rice
1 (15 ounce) can chickpeas, drained
1 (6 ounce) can solid white albacore tuna, drained
1 cup frozen peas, thawed
1 orange bell pepper, seeded and diced
1 red bell pepper, seeded and diced
1 green bell pepper, seeded and diced
1 tomato, diced
⅓ cup chopped fresh parsley
1 clove garlic, peeled and minced
½ cup vinaigrette salad dressing

Steps:

  • Bring water and rice to a boil in a saucepan. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until rice is tender and liquid has been absorbed, 20 to 25 minutes. Spread on a large plate and let cool, about 30 minutes.
  • Combine cooled rice, chickpeas, tuna, peas, orange bell pepper, red bell pepper, green bell pepper, tomato, parsley, and garlic in a large bowl. Pour in vinaigrette dressing; toss well to mix. Cover and chill until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 158.3 calories, Carbohydrate 28.6 g, Cholesterol 7.1 mg, Fat 1.1 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 7.9 g, SaturatedFat 0.2 g, Sodium 364.5 mg, Sugar 5.3 g

John Williams
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I love how customizable this salad is. You can add or remove ingredients to suit your taste.


Nonku Vundla
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This salad is so refreshing and flavorful. It's the perfect summer dish.


Beniam Tesfaye
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I've made this salad several times now and it's always a hit. It's a great recipe to have in your back pocket for when you need a quick and easy meal.


Fatim Jarju
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This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables. It's packed with fresh, healthy ingredients.


alin
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I'm not a huge fan of anchovies, but I didn't find them to be overpowering in this salad. They added a nice salty flavor without being too fishy.


Denis Giitwa
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This salad is a great make-ahead meal. I often make it the night before and it's even better the next day.


Ms Taiba
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I was pleasantly surprised by how well the flavors in this salad came together. It's a great combination of sweet, savory, and tangy.


SM Robiul Alam
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This salad is so versatile. I've made it with different types of rice, vegetables, and even added some grilled chicken. It's always delicious!


Ariyan Shanto
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I love the addition of green beans to this salad. They add a nice crunch and a pop of color.


sanuka Lonija
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover rice. I always have some rice in my fridge, so this is a go-to recipe for me when I need a quick and easy meal.


baloch Bugti
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The dressing is the star of the show in this salad. It's tangy, flavorful, and perfectly complements the other ingredients.


Ch Adnan
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I love how easy this recipe is to follow. Even as a beginner cook, I was able to make this dish without any problems.


Gisselle Villareal
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Made this salad for a picnic and it was a hit! The colors were so vibrant and the taste was even better. Definitely a keeper!


Samiullah Baba
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This rice salad nicoise was an absolute delight! The flavors were perfectly balanced, with the tangy dressing bringing life to the fresh vegetables and tender rice. I highly recommend this recipe for a refreshing and satisfying meal.