California grain salad is a delicious and refreshing dish that is perfect for summer cookouts, picnics, or potlucks. It is made with a variety of grains, such as quinoa, brown rice, and barley, as well as fresh vegetables, herbs, and a light dressing. The combination of flavors and textures in this salad makes it a real crowd-pleaser. In this article, we will provide you with a detailed recipe for California grain salad, as well as tips for making the perfect dressing. We will also discuss the different variations of this salad, so you can customize it to your own taste preferences.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
CALIFORNIA SALAD WITH HARD-BOILED EGGS
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Time 25m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Put the eggs in a medium saucepan and cover with cold water by 1 inch. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and gently simmer 10 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water until cool; set aside.
- Meanwhile, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a small skillet over medium heat. Add the chickpeas and season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring, until the chickpeas are lightly browned, about 3 minutes. Add the pepitas and cook, stirring, until lightly toasted, about 2 minutes; let cool.
- Make the dressing: Whisk the yogurt, 2 tablespoons water, the vinegar, chives and the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil in a small bowl; season with salt and pepper.
- Peel and roughly chop the hard-boiled eggs. Toss the greens, sprouts and radishes in a large bowl; season with salt and pepper. Top each serving of salad with the chickpeas and pepitas, eggs and sliced avocado. Drizzle with the dressing and top with more chives.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 410 calorie, Fat 28 grams, SaturatedFat 6 grams, Cholesterol 280 milligrams, Sodium 230 milligrams, Carbohydrate 20 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 22 grams
CALIFORNIA GREEN SALAD
This salad truly represents my state, since avocados and almonds are grown in such abundance here. I originated this recipe many years ago, and it's often requested by family and friends. It's a winner at our house!
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 15m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Whisk dressing ingredients; cover and refrigerate. Just before serving, toss together romaine, avocado, onions, almonds and blue cheese in a large salad bowl. Sprinkle with seasoned salt. Whisk the dressing and pour the over salad; toss to coat. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts :
CALIFORNIA ROLL SALAD
A delicious, light, spicy salad, excellent for summer cooking! A perfect side to any grilled Asian-style dishes. Wasabi paste may be used instead of the powder if it is more convenient. If you discover you have made the dressing too spicy, adjust by adding more mayonnaise.
Provided by TARA LYON
Categories Salad Seafood Salad Recipes Crab Salad Recipes
Time 30m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Place rice and water in a small saucepan, and bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat to low, and simmer for 20 minutes, or until rice is tender. Set aside to cool.
- In a large serving bowl, toss together the lettuce, cucumber, avocado and imitation crabmeat. Stir in cooled rice. In a small bowl, stir together the wasabi powder, mayonnaise, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sugar and sesame oil. Toss salad with dressing (recommended), or serve with dressing on the side.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 264.1 calories, Carbohydrate 31.8 g, Cholesterol 12.2 mg, Fat 12.9 g, Fiber 6.2 g, Protein 7.9 g, SaturatedFat 1.9 g, Sodium 652.4 mg, Sugar 7.6 g
CALIFORNIA ROLL SALAD
I love sushi but have not learned how to make it. This salad solves all my cravings for it because it is not as readily available in Greece. This really wonderful recipe is from Epicurious.
Provided by evelynathens
Categories Long Grain Rice
Time 45m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Into a large saucepan of salted boiling water stir rice and boil 10 minutes.
- Drain rice in a colander and rinse.
- Set colander over a kettle of boiling water (rice should not touch water) and steam rice, covered with a kitchen towel and lid, until fluffy and dry, 10 to 15 minutes (check water level in kettle occasionally, adding water if necessary).
- While rice is steaming, in a small saucepan bring 1/4 cup vinegar to a boil with sugar and salt, stirring until sugar is dissolved, and remove from heat.
- In a dry small skillet toast sesame seeds over moderate heat, stirring, until golden and fragrant and transfer to a small bowl.
- Transfer rice to a large bowl and stir in vinegar mixture.
- Cool rice and stir in sesame seeds, remaining 3 tablespoons vinegar, oil, ginger, scallions, carrot, and cucumber.
- Salad may be prepared up to this point 1 day ahead and chilled, covered.
- Bring salad to room temperature before proceeding.
- Dry-roast nori, 1 sheet at a time, directly above moderate heat (gas or electric burner), holding it at opposite corners and moving it back and forth, until it turns bright green, 30 seconds to 1 minute.
- With scissors cut nori into thin 2-inch-long strips.
- Peel and pit avocado.
- Quarter avocado and cut crosswise into thin slices.
- Add avocado to salad with surmimi if using and two thirds of nori strips and toss well.
- Make dressing: In a small bowl stir wasabi powder into hot water and stir in cold water, soy sauce, and ginger juice.
- Serve salad sprinkled with remaining nori strips and drizzled with dressing.
"CALIFORNIA ROLL" SALAD
Categories Salad Ginger Rice Vegetable Side Vegetarian Horseradish Carrot Summer Gourmet
Yield Serves 6 to 8 as a side dish
Number Of Ingredients 20
Steps:
- Into a large saucepan of salted boiling water stir rice and boil 10 minutes. Drain rice in a colander and rinse. Set colander over a kettle of boiling water (rice should not touch water) and steam rice, covered with a kitchen towel and lid, until fluffy and dry, 10 to 15 minutes (check water level in kettle occasionally, adding water if necessary).
- While rice is steaming, in a small saucepan bring 1/4 cup vinegar to a boil with sugar and salt, stirring until sugar is dissolved, and remove from heat. In a dry small skillet toast sesame seeds over moderate heat, stirring, until golden and fragrant and transfer to a small bowl.
- Transfer rice to a large bowl and stir in vinegar mixture. Cool rice and stir in sesame seeds, remaining 3 tablespoons vinegar, oil, ginger, scallions, carrot, and cucumber. Salad may be prepared up to this point 1 day ahead and chilled, covered. Bring salad to room temperature before proceeding.
- Dry-roast nori, 1 sheet at a time, directly above moderate heat (gas or electric burner), holding it at opposite corners and moving it back and forth, until it turns bright green, 30 seconds to 1 minute. With scissors cut nori into thin 2-inch-long strips.
- Peel and pit avocado. Quarter avoado and cut crosswise into thin slices. Add avocado to salad with surmimi if using and two thirds of nori strips and toss well.
- Make dressing:
- In a small bowl stir wasabi powder into hot water and stir in cold water, soy sauce, and ginger juice.
- Serve salad sprinkled with remaining nori strips and drizzled with dressing.
Tips:
- Use fresh, high-quality ingredients. This will make all the difference in the taste of your grain salad.
- Cook the grains according to the package directions. Different grains require different cooking times, so be sure to follow the instructions carefully.
- Let the grains cool completely before assembling the salad. This will help prevent the salad from becoming mushy.
- Use a variety of vegetables and fruits. This will add color, flavor, and texture to your salad.
- Don't be afraid to experiment with different dressings. Grain salads can be dressed with a variety of sauces, from vinaigrettes to creamy dressings.
- Serve the salad immediately or chill it for later. Grain salads can be served warm or cold, so you can enjoy them right away or make them ahead of time.
Conclusion:
California grain salad is a delicious and healthy dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is packed with nutrients and can be easily customized to your liking. With its endless variations, you can enjoy this salad all year round. So next time you are looking for a light and refreshing meal, give California grain salad a try!
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