Description
Crunchy Rice Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish, perfect for summer picnics or as a hearty side at any gathering. With crisp vegetables, fluffy rice, and a zesty dressing, each bite offers an explosion of flavors and textures. This salad is not only visually appealing but also versatile, allowing you to customize the ingredients based on your preferences. Whip it up in just 30 minutes for a delightful meal that will leave your taste buds dancing!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup cooked long-grain white or brown rice (cooled)
- 1 cup diced bell peppers (any color)
- 1 cup diced cucumbers
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley or cilantro
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- ¼ cup toasted almonds or sunflower seeds (optional for crunch)
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients, chopping vegetables into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large bowl, combine cooled rice with chopped vegetables and herbs.
- Drizzle olive oil and lemon juice over the mixture; season with salt and pepper.
- Gently fold everything together using two large spoons to avoid mashing the rice.
- Sprinkle toasted nuts or seeds on top for added crunch before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 198
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg