Fruity rice salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish that combines the nutty flavor of rice with the sweetness of fresh fruits. With its colorful appearance and delicious taste, this salad is perfect for potlucks, picnics, or as a light and healthy meal. Whether you prefer a classic combination of grapes and nuts or something more exotic with mango and pineapple, there are endless possibilities for creating a fruity rice salad that will tantalize your taste buds.
Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!
FRUITY RICE SALAD
Ranch dressing adds a little "zip" to this fresh, flavorful salad. It makes a great lunch or supper on a hot summer day when you feel like eating something a little less filling.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 10m
Yield 4-6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine mayonnaise, salad dressing and salt. Fold in chicken, rice, celery and fruit. Cover and chill until ready to serve; add almonds.
Nutrition Facts :
RACHEL'S FRUITY RICE SALAD
Tasty fruity savoury rice salad. Ideal accompaniment for barbecued, grilled or baked meats & fish. My mum used to make this salad back home in Cape Town, South Africa when we had our braais (bbqs) & it was my favourite salad, crunchy & fruity but definitely savoury. yummy mummy!
Provided by nicky wagerfield
Categories Long Grain Rice
Time 22m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- PREPARATION.
- Bring adequate (two cups?) amount of salted water to rolling boil, add rice, turmeric & raisins.
- Stir so that turmeric mixes into rice and can be absorbed, bring rice back to boil, then turn right down to simmer covered for rest of cooking time (10 - 12 minutes?).
- Once rice is cooked, rinse/drain; set aside to cool.
- Finely chop both green pepper & white onion.
- Chunky chop (not fine) half of the peaches from the can.
- Add pepper, onion, peaches, cayenne pepper/peri peri, chutney, mayonnaise, salt & pepper to rice turning ingredients into rice gently so as not to mash rice.
- Garnish with parsley.
- VARIATIONS.
- •Try adding 1/4 cup brown rice which would need cooking separately as it takes longer to cook. just stir into plain rice before adding other ingredients.
- •Using a tablespoon of either lemon or lime juice gives this dish a nice twist, or even try using lemon or lime rind for an extra zing.
Tips:
- Use high-quality ingredients: Fresh, flavorful fruits and vegetables will make your rice salad shine. If possible, use organic produce.
- Cook the rice properly: The rice should be cooked al dente, with a slight bite to it. This will prevent it from becoming mushy when you add the other ingredients.
- Let the rice cool completely: Before you add the other ingredients, let the rice cool completely. This will help to prevent the salad from becoming watery.
- Use a variety of fruits and vegetables: The more variety, the more flavorful and interesting your salad will be. Some good options include berries, melons, citrus fruits, cucumbers, tomatoes, and bell peppers.
- Don't be afraid to experiment: There are endless possibilities when it comes to fruity rice salad. Feel free to add your own favorite fruits, vegetables, and herbs.
Conclusion:
Fruity rice salad is a refreshing, healthy, and delicious dish that is perfect for summer gatherings. It is also a great way to use up leftover rice. With so many different variations, there is sure to be a fruity rice salad recipe that everyone will enjoy. So next time you are looking for a light and flavorful meal, give fruity rice salad a try. You won't be disappointed!
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