SWEET CORN AND BASMATI RICE SALAD

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Categories     Salad     Rice     Side     Sauté     Fourth of July     Picnic     Vegetarian     Buffet     Pecan     Corn     Summer     Healthy     Vegan     Watercress     Bon Appétit     Sugar Conscious     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Makes 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1/2 cup plus 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
3 large ears yellow corn, husked
1 cup chopped green onions
2 1/4 cups water
1 1/2 cups basmati rice*
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 1/4 cups coarsely chopped toasted pecans
3 bunches watercress (about 12 ounces total), stems discarded

Steps:

  • Whisk red wine vinegar and mustard in large bowl to blend. Gradually whisk in 1/2 cup oil. Season vinaigrette to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Using large sharp knife, cut corn kernels from cobs. Heat 1 tablespoon oil in heavy large skillet over medium heat. Add green onions; sauté 30 seconds. Add corn; sauté until corn is crisp-tender, about 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. (Vinaigrette and corn mixture can be prepared 1 day ahead. Cover separately; chill. Rewarm corn mixture over medium heat and rewhisk vinaigrette before using.)
  • Bring 2 1/4 cups water to boil in heavy medium saucepan. Rinse rice in strainer. Add rice and § teaspoon salt to boiling water. Reduce heat to low. Cover and cook until water is absorbed and rice is tender (do not stir), about 20 minutes. Remove from heat. Let stand 5 minutes. Fluff with fork.
  • Mix rice, corn mixture and pecans in large bowl. Mix in vinaigrette and watercress. Season with salt and pepper. Serve warm or at room temperature.
  • *Available at Indian markets and many supermarkets.

Promise Gaye
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I love the combination of sweet corn and basmati rice. It's a unique and delicious twist on a classic salad.


Milan koza
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover rice and corn. It's also a healthy and refreshing side dish for any summer BBQ.


Nero Palma
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I followed the recipe exactly and the salad turned out great. I would definitely make it again.


Ts Top
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This salad is a bit bland for my taste. I would add some salt and pepper to taste.


crazy tree
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I'm not a fan of cilantro, so I omitted it from the recipe. The salad was still delicious.


Bora Abdyli
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This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables.


Adam Chikwenga
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I love the pop of color from the red onion and cilantro. It makes this salad so visually appealing.


MALIK EHTISHAM IDREES
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This salad is a great make-ahead dish. I often make it the night before a party and it's always a hit.


MR Rubel
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I've made this salad several times and it's always a success. It's a great way to use up leftover rice and corn.


Ubaidkhan hassanzai
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This salad is so easy to make and it's always a hit at parties. I love the addition of the red onion and cilantro.


Clement Cecilia
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I'm not a huge fan of corn, but I really enjoyed this salad. The dressing is light and refreshing, and the corn is perfectly cooked.


Adre Flevo
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This salad is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love the sweet corn and the dressing is so flavorful.


Emma Brazil
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I love the combination of sweet corn and basmati rice. It's a unique and delicious twist on a classic salad.


Alan Interior
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This is my new favorite summer salad. It's so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Engineer Abdullah
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I made this salad for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone loved the sweet and savory flavors.


Imr aj
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover rice and corn. It's also a healthy and refreshing side dish for any summer BBQ.