SUMMER RICE SALAD WITH GOAT CHEESE DRESSING

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Categories     Salad     Onion     Rice     Side     Goat Cheese     Bell Pepper     Summer     Bon Appétit

Yield Serves 8

Number Of Ingredients 17

Dressing
1/2 cup corn oil
1/2 cup crumbled soft mild goat cheese (such as Montrachet)
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons chopped fresh oregano
1 tablespoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
Salad
4 1/2 cups water
2 1/2 cups uncooked long-grain white rice
1 teaspoon salt
1 10-ounce package frozen corn, thawed, drained
1 cup chopped red bell pepper
1 cup chopped green bell pepper
1 cup chopped red onion
6 green onions, chopped
1/2 cup chopped fresh chives or green onions

Steps:

  • For Dressing: Combine corn oil, goat cheese, vinegar, oregano, cumin and cloves in large bowl and whisk until well blended. Set aside.
  • For Salad: Bring 4 1/2 cups water to simmer in heavy large saucepan. Add rice and 1 teaspoon salt and stir to combine. Reduce heat to low, cover and cook until rice is cooked through, about 20 minutes. Remove from heat and let stand 5 minutes.
  • Transfer rice to large bowl. Fluff with fork. Pour goat cheese dressing over hot rice and let cool, tossing occasionally. Mix in corn, red and green bell peppers, red and green onions and chives. Season to taste with salt and pepper. (Rice salad can be prepared 1 day ahead. Cover and refrigerate. Let stand 2 hours at room temperature before serving.)

Sharoz Sheikh
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I love the versatility of this salad. I've made it with different types of rice, vegetables, and herbs, and it always turns out delicious.


Voichita Rotiu
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This salad is a great make-ahead dish. I often make it the night before and then just bring it to work for lunch the next day. It's always a hit with my co-workers.


Lilly Barnett
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I'm always looking for new and exciting summer salads. This one definitely fits the bill. It's so refreshing and flavorful. I love the combination of the rice, vegetables, and goat cheese dressing. It's a perfect dish for a light lunch or dinner.


Debendra Karki
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This salad is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love the sweet and tangy dressing, and they always ask for seconds.


Min Jun
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I made this salad for a picnic and it was a big hit. Everyone loved the combination of flavors and textures. The goat cheese dressing was a perfect finishing touch.


Dir Awaz
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. I always have a few odds and ends in my fridge, and this is a great way to use them up. The goat cheese dressing is also really easy to make.


Mira Puppylund
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I've made this salad several times and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and the flavors are amazing. I love the tangy dressing and the creamy goat cheese. It's a perfect summer salad.


Zubaib Amir
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This is one of my favorite summer salads. It's so refreshing and flavorful. I love the combination of the rice, vegetables, and goat cheese dressing. It's a perfect dish for a light lunch or dinner.


JK Kamala
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I made this salad for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it! I especially liked the fact that it's a make-ahead dish, so I didn't have to worry about last-minute preparations.


M. Kamran M. Kamran
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This salad is a summer staple in my house. It's so easy to make and always a hit with my family and friends. I love the combination of flavors and textures. The goat cheese dressing is the perfect finishing touch.


Junior Mathias
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I'm not a huge fan of goat cheese, but I decided to give this recipe a try anyway. I'm so glad I did! The goat cheese dressing was surprisingly delicious, and it didn't overpower the other flavors in the salad. I will definitely be making this again.


Fyyd Ssd
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This salad is so refreshing and flavorful! The goat cheese dressing is amazing, and it pairs perfectly with the rice and vegetables. I also love that this salad is so easy to make. It's a great option for a quick and healthy lunch or dinner.


Trevor Mills
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I love this recipe because it's so versatile. I've made it with different types of rice, vegetables, and herbs, and it always turns out delicious. It's also a great way to use up leftover vegetables.


Pique Jr.
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I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out great! The rice was cooked perfectly and the vegetables were crisp and flavorful. The goat cheese dressing was tangy and creamy, and it really brought the whole dish together. I will definitely be makin


Jazzmine Moore
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This summer rice salad is an absolute delight! The flavors of the goat cheese dressing, fresh herbs, and seasonal vegetables come together perfectly. I especially love the tangy kick from the lemon zest and the creamy texture of the goat cheese. It's