ZEN RICE SALAD
Hot weather is upon us and I don't like to spend too much time in the kitchen heating it up. I like to eat simpler and fresher, so tasty, main-course salads are the ticket! This salad makes me feel so good eating it, bringing balance to my appetite and my health, hence the name.
Provided by evelynathens
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 30m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Bring 1 1/4 cups rice and 2 1/2 cups water to the boil in a small saucepan. Add a dash of salt, lower heat to lowest setting, cover pot and cook rice for 15 minutes. Remove from heat and allow to cool to nearly room temperature, covered. Uncover and fluff with a fork (the arborio will not fluff like a pilaf does, but will have nice, toothsome chunks of sticky rice).
- Empty rice into a large bowl. Add beans, corn, tuna, parsley, onion, celery, dill pickles and raisins. Combine.
- Make dressing: Put all dressing ingredients in a mini-processor and whizz to emulsify. If you don't think it is tart enough, add more lime juice and/or balsamic. Add salt and pepper to taste.
- Pour dressing over the salad and stir gently to coat all ingredients. Taste salad and adjust seasoning as it may need more salt and pepper, as per your preference.
- Chill for at least 2 hours before serving to allow flavors to blend.
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Omair Malik
[email protected]I've never had a rice salad before, but this one was really good. I'll definitely be making it again.
Ainis Ainis
[email protected]This salad is a great way to use up leftover rice. It's also a great option for a packed lunch.
Abdiselan
[email protected]I love the simplicity of this salad. It's made with just a few ingredients, but the flavors are amazing.
Moharani. Bangladesh
[email protected]This salad is perfect for a summer potluck. It's light and refreshing, and the colors are so vibrant.
Keisha Foster
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of rice salad, but this one was actually really good! The dressing was light and flavorful, and the vegetables were fresh and crisp.
Devin Martinez
[email protected]Overall, this is a good salad. It's easy to make and the flavors are nice. I would recommend it to anyone looking for a healthy and refreshing side dish.
Idongesit Uwah
[email protected]I found this salad to be a bit too sweet. I would reduce the amount of honey in the dressing next time.
Nischaya thapa
[email protected]This salad is a bit bland for my taste. I would add some more herbs or spices to give it more flavor.
Mahdi420
[email protected]This is a really refreshing and flavorful salad. I love the combination of the sweet and sour dressing with the crunchy vegetables.
Yassine Safouani
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and the salad turned out great. I especially liked the addition of the edamame.
Kabita Ghalley
[email protected]This salad is amazing! The flavors are so well-balanced and the textures are perfect. I love the crunch of the vegetables and the creaminess of the avocado.
Elango Kavitha
[email protected]I've made this rice salad several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's so easy to make and the leftovers are great for lunch the next day.
Carlos Romero
[email protected]This rice salad was a hit at my last potluck! Everyone loved the unique and flavorful combination of ingredients. The dressing was light and tangy, and the rice was perfectly cooked. I will definitely be making this again.