Looking to zest up your salad game? Try our recipe for Citrus Rice Salad with Parmesan. This vibrant vegetarian dish is bursting with refreshing flavors, thanks to a tangy citrus dressing and a variety of fresh herbs. Plus, it's incredibly easy to make, so you can have a delicious and healthy salad on the table in no time.
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CITRUS RICE SALAD
Provided by Giada De Laurentiis
Categories side-dish
Time 1h16m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- For the Rice Salad:
- Place an oven rack in the center of the oven. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Arrange the almonds in a single layer on a baking sheet. Bake for 5 to 6 minutes until lightly golden. Cool completely, about 15 minutes
- In a medium saucepan, bring the chicken stock, salt and oil to a boil over medium-high heat Stir in the rice. Cover the saucepan, reduce the heat, and simmer until all the liquid has been absorbed and the rice is tender, about 40 minutes. Remove the pan from the heat and let sit for 5 minutes. Using a fork, fluff the rice and place in a large serving bowl. Add the parsley, orange zest, half of the lemon zest, green onions, and 1/4 cup of the almonds. Toss well.
- For the Vinaigrette:
- In a blender, combine the olive oil, orange juice, lemon juice, soy sauce, honey, and cumin. Blend until smooth. Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
- Pour the vinaigrette over the rice mixture and stir well. Season with salt and pepper, to taste. Garnish with the remaining lemon zest and almonds.
ARUGULA SALAD WITH PARMESAN
Emulsifying a dressing isn't essential for a sublime salad: Instead, think of the oil and acid as seasonings for a vegetable. For this recipe, that's spicy arugula, dressed with olive oil, lemon and shards of Parmesan to create a salad classic in many Italian restaurants and homes. But whether olive oil or lemon should come first, like all seemingly simple questions, is complicated. James Beard, Marcella Hazan, Deborah Madison and Judy Rodgers all concurred: For a brighter-tasting salad, start with olive oil, which better adheres the liquids to the greens and doesn't obscure the lemon. Be sure to use full-flavored greens, then taste the dressed leaves and adjust seasonings until the arugula tastes like its greatest self.
Provided by Ali Slagle
Categories easy, salads and dressings, side dish
Time 5m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Place the arugula in a very large bowl, ideally one that could hold twice as many leaves. Drizzle over the olive oil and use your hands to toss lightly, then add the lemon juice and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Lightly toss the greens until they are evenly glossy; avoid overmixing or crushing the greens.
- Add the Parmesan and toss just to incorporate. Taste. If the salad is too sharp, add another drop of oil and toss. If the salad is dull, add a sprinkle of salt and some lemon juice and toss. Eat right away.
CITRUS RICE
Rice is favored in my family so I make this pleasant, citrus side dish often.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 40m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, saute celery and onions in butter until tender. Add rice; cook and stir for 5 minutes or until lightly browned. , Add the orange juice, water and salt. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 20 minutes or until liquid is absorbed and rice is tender. , Remove from the heat. Gently stir in orange pieces; sprinkle with almonds.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 233 calories, Fat 10g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 20mg cholesterol, Sodium 482mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.
LEMON RICE SALAD
This salad makes a refreshing side dish for a special occasion meal. I take it to holiday potluck suppers and other family gatherings. People enjoy the combination of flavors, and I like that it can be made ahead. -Margery Richmond, Lacombe, Alberta
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch Side Dishes
Time 25m
Yield 16 servings (3/4 cup each).
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- For dressing, place first seven ingredients in a jar with a tight-fitting lid; shake well. In a large bowl, toss long grain rice and wild rice with dressing. Refrigerate, covered, overnight. , Stir cucumbers, green onions, parsley, basil and pepper into rice mixture. Refrigerate, covered, 2 hours. Stir in pecans just before serving.
Nutrition Facts :
CITRUS RICE SALAD WITH PARMESAN
Found several interesting looking rice salads in the NY Times on July 30, 2008 by Mark Bittman (the minimalist). He says rice salads are among the few salads that don't deteriorate after the dressing is added, so they can be dressed minutes or hours ahead. He recommends that you cook the rice a bit in advance, and dress it before it gets too cold. He also recommends that you cook the rice like a pasta, in abundant salted water (for between 15 and 45 minutes, depending on the rice) and then drain it and dress it when the rice is cool enough to handle. Cooking time is for white rice. Slightly adjusted to suit my dietary preferences (lower fat, but you can increase the olive oil and cheese as you see fit).
Provided by Kumquat the Cats fr
Categories Rice
Time 30m
Yield 4-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Cook rice in abandant salted water, as you would pasta, until it's just done; white will take 10-15 minutes, brown 30 minutes or more. Drain, rinse in cold water, drain again, then put in a large bowl.
- Combine the olive oil, citrus juice, zest, sugar or honey, salt and pepper in a blender and turn the machine on; a creamy emulsion will form within 30 seconds. Taste and add more citrus juice a teaspoon or two at a time until the balance tastes right to you.
- Drizzle vinaigrette over rice. Use 2 big forks to combine, fluffing rice and tossing gently to separate grains. Stir in citrus flesh, onion and mint; taste, and adjust the seasoning or moisten with a little more dressing. Serve, sprinkled with parmesan and chopped nuts, at room temperature, or refrigerate for up to a day, bringing salade back to room temperature before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 345.1, Fat 5.7, SaturatedFat 1.7, Cholesterol 5.5, Sodium 100.3, Carbohydrate 64.3, Fiber 2.1, Sugar 4, Protein 7.8
WINTER CITRUS SALAD WITH HONEY DRESSING
This citrus salad requires only that you overcome the notion that salads must be green; it's a novel and wonderful antidote to sorry-looking lettuce. If you're lucky and can find blood oranges, use them; same with the odd, supremely delicious and usually quite pricey pomelos.
Provided by Mark Bittman
Categories easy, quick, salads and dressings
Time 10m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Peel citrus, removing as much pith as possible, and slice into wheels. Remove any pits, layer fruit on a serving dish, sprinkle with salt and garnish with chopped onion.
- Whisk together olive oil, vinegar, honey, lime juice and tarragon until well combined; taste, adjust seasoning as needed and drizzle over salad.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 168, UnsaturatedFat 9 grams, Carbohydrate 20 grams, Fat 10 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 1 gram, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 392 milligrams, Sugar 14 grams
CITRUS RICE SALAD WITH PARMESAN
In all of American cooking there is probably no term less meaningful than "salad." I'm racking my brain for a way to narrow the definition, but the best I can do is a dictionary-like "mixture of food, usually cold or at room temperature, with some kind of dressing." That's not saying much, but it opens a world of opportunities, especially when the base ingredient is rice, which offers a far wider variety of flavors and textures than any other grain.
Provided by Mark Bittman
Categories dinner, lunch, salads and dressings, main course, side dish
Time 1h
Yield 4 to 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Cook rice in abundant salted water, as you would pasta, until it's just done; white rice will take 10 to 15 minutes, brown 30 or a little longer. Drain, rinse in cold water, drain again, then put in a large bowl.
- Combine olive oil, citrus juice, zest, sugar or honey, salt and pepper in a blender and turn the machine on; a creamy emulsion will form within 30 seconds. Taste and add more citrus juice a teaspoon or two at a time until the balance tastes right to you.
- Drizzle vinaigrette over rice. Use 2 big forks to combine, fluffing rice and tossing gently to separate grains. Stir in citrus flesh, onion and mint; taste, and adjust the seasoning or moisten with a little more dressing. Serve, sprinkled with Parmesan and chopped nuts, at room temperature, or refrigerate for up to a day, bringing salad back to room temperature before serving.
Tips:
- Use fresh citrus fruits: Fresh citrus fruits, such as oranges, lemons, and limes, will give your salad the best flavor. If you can't find fresh citrus fruits, you can use bottled or canned citrus juice, but the flavor will be less bright and vibrant.
- Choose a good quality rice: The type of rice you use will also affect the flavor and texture of your salad. I recommend using a long-grain rice, such as basmati or jasmine rice. These rices have a light, fluffy texture that will hold up well in a salad.
- Don't overcook the rice: Be careful not to overcook the rice, as this will make it mushy and unpleasant to eat. Cook the rice according to the package directions, or until it is tender but still has a slight bite to it.
- Let the rice cool completely before assembling the salad: This will help to prevent the salad from becoming soggy.
- Use a light dressing: You don't want to overpower the delicate flavors of the citrus and herbs in your salad with a heavy dressing. A simple vinaigrette or lemon-tahini dressing is a good option.
- Add some fresh herbs: Fresh herbs, such as cilantro, basil, or mint, will add a pop of flavor and color to your salad. Add the herbs just before serving, so that they stay fresh and flavorful.
Conclusion:
Citrus rice salad is a refreshing and flavorful dish that is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. It is easy to make and can be customized to your own taste preferences. So next time you're looking for a healthy and delicious salad, give citrus rice salad a try!
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