Best 9 Basmati Rice Salad With Currants And Nuts Recipes

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"Basmati Rice Salad with Currants and Nuts" is a captivating culinary delight that tantalizes the taste buds with its harmonious blend of flavors and textures. This vibrant dish showcases the delicate aroma and fluffy texture of basmati rice, complemented by the sweetness of plump, juicy currants and the nutty richness of toasted almonds and pistachios. With its vibrant colors and refreshing taste, this salad is a perfect accompaniment to grilled meats, fish, or simply enjoyed as a light and satisfying meal on its own.

Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!

BASMATI RICE SALAD WITH CURRANTS AND NUTS RECIPE - (3.8/5)



Basmati Rice Salad with Currants and Nuts Recipe - (3.8/5) image

Provided by Dunjab

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 cups water
2 cups brown basmati rice
1 1/3 cups thinly sliced green onions
1 1/2 cups thinly sliced celery
3/4 cup minced fresh parsley
3/4 cup chopped pecans
1/2 cup dried currants
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
5 tablespoons olive oil
5 tablespoons lemon juice
3 tablespoons soy sauce
2 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
Read More http://www.epicurious.com/recipes/food/views/Basmati-Rice-Salad-with-Currants-and-Nuts-15688#ixzz1Aaqu2CaU

Steps:

  • Combine 4 cups water and rice in large saucepan. Bring to boil. Cover; reduce heat and simmer until tender, about 35 minutes. Drain if necessary. Transfer rice to large bowl. Fluff with fork. Cool. Mix in green onions, celery, parsley, pecans, currants and walnuts. Whisk olive oil, lemon juice, soy sauce and cumin in small bowl to blend. Pour over rice salad; toss to coat. Season to taste with salt and pepper and serve. Read More http://www.epicurious.com/recipes/food/views/Basmati-Rice-Salad-with-Currants-and-Nuts-15688#ixzz1AaqyxMrH

RICE SALAD WITH CURRANTS, ALMONDS AND PISTACHIOS



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Summer buffets often feature potato salad and pasta salad, but rice salad, quite popular throughout the Mediterranean, is another terrific option to keep in mind. This simple one uses pantry ingredients and is delicious on its own with a bit of salad or with grilled chicken or fish. To keep the rice grains separate, boil the rice in a large pot of water as for pasta.

Provided by David Tanis

Categories     easy, weekday, grains and rice, salads and dressings, main course, side dish

Time 45m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 cups short-grain rice, such as arborio
Salt and pepper
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons tahini
3 tablespoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
1/2 cup currants, soaked in hot water and drained
1 cup whole roasted almonds, roughly chopped
1/2 cup whole roasted pistachios, roughly chopped
3 tablespoons snipped chives
3 tablespoons chopped mint
2 teaspoons chopped savory or thyme
1/2 cup chopped parsley

Steps:

  • Bring 8 cups water to a boil in a large pot. Add the rice and 2 tablespoons salt. Boil rice as you would pasta, stirring occasionally, for about 15 minutes until done, but still al dente. Drain and spread out on a rimmed baking sheet to cool.
  • Once cool, transfer rice to a large salad bowl. In a small bowl, stir together olive oil, tahini, lemon juice and lemon zest. Add salt and pepper to taste. Gently fold mixture into rice.
  • Add currants, almonds, pistachios, chives, mint, savory and parsley. Toss to distribute. Taste and adjust seasoning, adding more lemon juice or salt as necessary. Serve at room temperature.

BASMATI RICE SALAD



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Provided by Bobby Flay

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 cups basmati rice, rinsed until water runs clear and drained well
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 large onion, thinly sliced
2 cloves garlic, chopped
1 cinnamon stick
1 bay leaf
2 cloves
1 cardamom pod
1/2 teaspoon cumin
3 1/2 cups boiling water
1/2 cup golden raisins
Salt and freshly ground pepper
1/2 cup cashews

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat, add the onions and garlic and cook until soft. Add the cinnamon, bay leaf, cloves, cardamom and cumin and cook for 1 minute. Add the boiling water and raisins and season with salt and pepper to taste. Let the water come back to a boil, stir once, cover the pot, reduce the heat and let cook for 12 to 15 minutes. Remove from heat and let sit 10 minutes. Remove lid and fluff with a fork, fold in cashews and reseason with salt and pepper to taste. Serve at room temperature.

BASMATI RICE SALAD WITH CURRANTS AND NUTS



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Categories     Fruit     Nut     Rice     Side     Vegetarian     Currant     Lemon     Pecan     Walnut     Healthy     Vegan     Persian New Year     Parsley     Simmer     Bon Appétit     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Peanut Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Serves 6 to 8 as a side-dish or 4 as a main-course

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 cups water
2 cups brown basmati rice
1 1/3 cups thinly sliced green onions
1 1/2 cups thinly sliced celery
3/4 cup minced fresh parsley
3/4 cup chopped pecans
1/2 cup dried currants
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
5 tablespoons olive oil
5 tablespoons lemon juice
3 tablespoons soy sauce
2 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin

Steps:

  • Combine 4 cups water and rice in large saucepan. Bring to boil. Cover; reduce heat and simmer until tender, about 35 minutes. Drain if necessary. Transfer rice to large bowl. Fluff with fork. Cool. Mix in green onions, celery, parsley, pecans, currants and walnuts.
  • Whisk olive oil, lemon juice, soy sauce and cumin in small bowl to blend. Pour over rice salad; toss to coat. Season to taste with salt and pepper and serve.

BROWN BASMATI RICE SALAD WITH CELERY, CRANBERRIES AND WALNUTS



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A nice salad with an oriental flavour based on my black rice salad recipe: http://www.recipezaar.com/recipe/black-rice-salad-418440

Provided by zenveg

Categories     Rice

Time 40m

Yield 1 bowl, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 1/4 cups uncooked brown basmati rice
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 -3 stalks celery (medium size, finely chopped)
100 g dried cranberries (the sweetend kind)
1/2 cup walnuts (dry roasted for a few minutes and coarsly chopped)
2 tablespoons peanut oil
1 tablespoon walnut oil
1 1/2 tablespoons sherry wine vinegar
2 teaspoons fresh ginger (grated)
1 -2 teaspoon liquid honey
1/4 teaspoon salt (to taste)
1/4 teaspoon pepper (to taste)

Steps:

  • Rinse the brown basmati rice with cold water in a sieve.
  • Put the drained basmati rice in a saucepan, poor plenty of boiling water over the rice, add the salt and cook the rice according to the package directions so they still have "a bit of a bite".
  • Rinse the cooked rice with cold water in a sieve, drain it thoroughly then pour into a bowl.
  • Add the chopped walnuts, cranberries and celery.
  • Mix the ingredients for the vinaigrette and poor over the rice salad.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 279.8, Fat 14.3, SaturatedFat 1.8, Sodium 304.7, Carbohydrate 34.6, Fiber 3, Sugar 2.5, Protein 4.7

ROASTED CORN AND BASMATI RICE SALAD



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The unique flavor of basmati rice and the rich nuttiness of roasted corn are highlighted by fresh lemon juice and basil in a salad that's always a crowd pleaser at our summer barbecues. This salad is best served well chilled.

Provided by BONNIE Q.

Categories     Salad     Grains     Rice Salad Recipes

Time 2h

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 cups uncooked basmati rice
1 quart water
8 ears corn, kernels cut from cob
3 tablespoons corn oil
1 lemon, juiced
½ cup red wine vinegar
½ cup corn oil
1 tablespoon white sugar
½ cup minced fresh basil
salt and pepper to taste
3 tomatoes - peeled, seeded and diced
1 large red onion, diced
6 green onions, chopped

Steps:

  • In a medium pot, bring the basmati rice and water to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer 20 minutes.
  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). In a bowl, toss the corn kernels with 3 tablespoons corn oil. Spread the corn on a large baking sheet. Bake 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until lightly browned. remove from heat, and cool.
  • In a bowl, mix the lemon juice, red wine vinegar, 1/2 cup corn oil, sugar, basil, salt, and pepper.
  • In a large bowl, toss together the cooked rice, cooked corn, tomatoes, corn oil mixture, red onion, and green onions. Cover, and chill at least 1 hour before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 457.9 calories, Carbohydrate 64.7 g, Fat 20.5 g, Fiber 4.8 g, Protein 7.7 g, SaturatedFat 2.7 g, Sodium 23.8 mg, Sugar 6.7 g

BASMATI AND WILD RICE SALAD



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This can be easily doubled or tripled for a buffet. Serve it with beef tenderloin and you've got yourself a first class meal!

Provided by Grace Lynn

Categories     Rice

Time 2h

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

4 cups cold water
4 teaspoons salt
1/2 cup wild rice
1 1/2 cups basmati rice
2 inches fresh ginger
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
2 -3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1/2 cup peanut oil
salt & freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup chopped green onion
1/2 cup dried currant, soaked in
1/2 cup marsala, until soft (20 minutes)
1/3 cup toasted pine nuts

Steps:

  • To cook the rice, bring 1 1/2 cups of the water and 2 teaspoons of the salt to a boil in a medium saucepan.
  • Add the wild rice, reduce heat to low, cover and simmer until the rice is tender, about 1 hour.
  • Combine the basmati rice and the remaining 2 1/2 cups water in a medium saucepan.
  • Let sit for 1 hour.
  • Then bring to a boil, add the remaining 2 teaspoons salt and the ginger, reduce heat to low, cover and simmer until the rice has absorbed all of the water and is tender, about 15 minutes.
  • Discard the ginger.
  • To make the vinaigrette, combine the nutmeg and cumin in a small bowl and whisk in the lemon juice.
  • Add the oil and season with salt and pepper.
  • To finish the salad, combine the wild rice and basmati rice while still warm in a large bowl.
  • Toss the vinaigrette with the rice, then stir in the green onions, currants and any remaining Marsala, and nuts.
  • Adjust the seasoning.
  • Serve at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 550.6, Fat 24.8, SaturatedFat 3.8, Sodium 1565.4, Carbohydrate 59.5, Fiber 3.8, Sugar 10.2, Protein 7.4

BASMATI RICE CONFETTI SALAD



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My step-mom passed this recipe to me, and it's so simple to put together. We like this salad served cold, so I let it sit in the fridge for about a half hour, but it's also great served warm.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 35m

Yield 12 servings (3/4 cup each).

Number Of Ingredients 18

1-1/2 cups uncooked basmati rice
1 can (15-1/4 ounces) whole kernel corn, drained
8 green onions, chopped
1 medium tomato, chopped
1 medium green pepper, chopped
1 medium red onion, chopped
1/4 cup slivered almonds
1/4 cup golden raisins
1/4 cup dried cranberries
1/4 cup minced fresh parsley
DRESSING:
1/2 cup olive oil
1/3 cup white vinegar
2 tablespoons sugar
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon curry powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Cook rice according to package directions. Remove from heat; cool completely., In a large bowl, combine vegetables, almonds, raisins, cranberries and parsley; stir in rice. In a small bowl, whisk dressing ingredients until blended. Pour dressing over rice mixture; toss to coat. Refrigerate at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to blend.

Nutrition Facts :

BASMATI RICE WITH RAISINS, NUTS AND PEAS



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Categories     Rice     Side     Sauté     Vegetarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Raisin     Almond     Cashew     Pea     Bon Appétit     Pescatarian     Peanut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Serves 6

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 cups basmati rice (available at Indian markets, specialty foods stores and some supermarkets)
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 small onions, thinly sliced
2 teaspoons cumin seeds
12 whole black peppercorns
8 whole cloves
6 whole cardamom pods
3 bay leaves
1 cinnamon stick
4 cups water
1/4 cup whipping cream
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon saffron threads
1 1/2 cups frozen peas
1/4 cup chopped almonds
1/4 cup chopped cashews
1/4 cup raisins

Steps:

  • Rinse rice under cold running water. Place rice in large bowl. Add enough water to cover by 3 inches. Let stand 20 minutes. Drain.
  • Heat oil in heavy large saucepan over medium-high heat. Add onions; sauté until golden, about 8 minutes. Add cumin, peppercorns, cloves, cardamom, bay leaves and cinnamon; sauté until onions are brown, about 4 minutes.
  • Add rice to spices and stir 2 minutes. Add 4 cups water, cream, salt and saffron. Bring to boil. Reduce heat to low. Cover saucepan almost completely and cook until almost all liquid is absorbed, about 20 minutes.
  • Add peas to rice. Cover and simmer until rice is tender, about 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Sprinkle with nuts and raisins.

Tips:

  • To make the Basmati rice salad, you will need to cook the basmati rice according to the package directions and let it cool completely. You will also need to toast the pine nuts in a skillet over medium heat until they are lightly browned and fragrant. The currants should be plumped by soaking them in warm water for about 10 minutes before adding them to the salad.
  • For the dressing, you will need to whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and pepper in a small bowl until well combined.
  • To assemble the salad, you will need to combine the cooked rice, toasted pine nuts, plumped currants, chopped fresh parsley, and chopped fresh mint in a large bowl. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss to coat. Serve the salad immediately or chill it for later.
  • You can add other ingredients to the salad, such as grilled chicken, shrimp, or tofu. You can also add other vegetables, such as diced cucumbers, tomatoes, or bell peppers.

Conclusion:

Basmati rice salad with currants and nuts is a delicious and refreshing salad that is perfect for a summer lunch or dinner. It is also a healthy salad that is packed with nutrients. The basmati rice is a good source of fiber, the currants are a good source of antioxidants, and the nuts are a good source of protein and healthy fats. This salad is also very easy to make and can be made in advance. So next time you are looking for a healthy and delicious salad, give this Basmati rice salad with currants and nuts a try.

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