Best 10 Rice N Spinach Salad Recipes

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Rice n spinach salad is a healthy and refreshing dish that can be enjoyed as a light lunch or dinner. It is packed with nutrients, including vitamins, minerals, and fiber. The combination of rice and spinach provides a balance of carbohydrates and protein, while the addition of other vegetables and nuts adds flavor and texture. This salad is also a great way to use up leftover rice and spinach, making it a budget-friendly option. With so many variations, you’re sure to find a recipe that suits your taste.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

SPINACH RICE SALAD



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Here's a salad that goes well with many menus. It has a hint of Asian flavor, with spinach and green onions for color and bacon for a bit of crunch.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 6-8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 cup Italian salad dressing
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1/2 teaspoon sugar
2 cups cooked rice
1 celery rib, thinly sliced
4 green onions, thinly sliced
2 cups thinly sliced fresh spinach
5 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the salad dressing, soy sauce and sugar. Stir in the rice, celery and onions. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour. , Just before serving, stir in spinach and bacon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 136 calories, Fat 8g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 3mg cholesterol, Sodium 443mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

BLACK RICE AND LENTIL SALAD ON SPINACH



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Black rice is inky, as black as squid ink, and glistens against a bed of spinach. The pigments provide anthocyanins, flavonoids that are high in antioxidants. I was inspired to cook the rice with lentils by a pilaf that I ate recently at the "Healthy Kitchens, Healthy Lives" conference at the Culinary Institute of America in Napa Valley. In addition to the familiar green or black lentils, I've thrown in uncooked split red lentils, which contribute their own soft salmon color and crunch; they are soaked for a few hours to soften them, and that's all they need. Prepare the ingredients for the salad while the rice and lentils are cooking.

Provided by Martha Rose Shulman

Categories     lunch, salads and dressings, appetizer, main course

Time 1h

Yield Serves 6

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 cup black rice
1/2 cups black (beluga) or green lentils, washed and picked over
2 3/4 cups water
Salt to taste
2 to 3 garlic cloves (to taste), minced
1/3 cup olive oil
1 teaspoon freshly ground cumin seeds
3/4 teaspoon freshly ground coriander seeds
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground cardamom seeds
Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
1/4 cup chopped fresh mint or parsley, or a combination
1/4 cup chopped cilantro
1/4 cup chopped dill
1/4 cup chopped chives or green onions
1/4 cup soaked split red lentils
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 bunch spinach, stemmed, washed thoroughly in 2 changes water and dried, or 1 bag baby spinach, rinsed and dried
4 or 5 radishes, sliced, for garnish

Steps:

  • Rinse rice and green or black lentils and combine in a medium saucepan with 2 3/4 cups water or enough to cover by 1 inch. Bring to a boil, add salt to taste (I use about 1 teaspoon), reduce heat and simmer 30 to 35 minutes, until rice and lentils are tender but not mushy. Place a strainer over a bowl and drain if there is still liquid in the pan (I like to add the broth to soups; you could also add some to the salad). Return lentils and rice to the saucepan and place a dishtowel across top of the pan. Return lid and let sit for 10 to 15 minutes. Transfer to a bowl.
  • Combine 3 tablespoons of the olive oil and garlic in a small frying pan or saucepan over medium heat. When garlic begins to sizzle, add spices. Stir together for about 30 seconds or until very fragrant, then remove from the heat and add to rice and lentils. Add chopped herbs, soaked red lentils, and 2 tablespoons of the lemon juice. Taste and adjust salt.
  • Whisk together remaining lemon juice and olive oil. Add salt and pepper to taste and toss with the spinach. Line a platter or wide bowl with the spinach, top with the rice and lentils, garnish with sliced radishes, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 329, UnsaturatedFat 11 grams, Carbohydrate 44 grams, Fat 14 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 10 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 585 milligrams, Sugar 1 gram

BROWN-RICE SALAD WITH SPINACH AND TOMATOES



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Nutty brown rice makes a tasty fiber-rich addition to salads.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Salad Recipes

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 teaspoons red-wine vinegar
2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
1 garlic clove, minced
1/4 teaspoon sugar
Coarse salt and ground pepper
2 cups cooked brown rice
1 medium cucumber, peeled, halved lengthwise, seeded, and sliced
2 cups baby spinach
1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, whisk together oil, vinegar, dill, garlic, and sugar. Season generously with salt and pepper. Add rice, cucumber, spinach, and tomatoes; toss to combine.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 203 g, Cholesterol 1 g, Fat 8 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 4 g

CITRUS SPINACH & RICE SALAD



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Grains and greens meet in this refreshing salad of quick-cooking brown rice, baby spinach leaves, orange segments and red onion.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 45m

Yield Makes 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 cups instant brown rice, uncooked
1 pkg. (6 oz.) baby spinach leaves
1 large orange, peeled, sectioned
1/4 cup red onion slices
1/2 cup KRAFT Lite CATALINA Dressing

Steps:

  • Prepare rice as directed on pkg.; cool.
  • Place rice in large bowl. Add spinach, oranges and onion; mix lightly.
  • Add dressing just before serving; toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 280, Fat 7 g, SaturatedFat 0.5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Sodium 440 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 6 g

RICE AND SPINACH SALAD



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My friend Nancy served this salad at a backyard barbeque years ago, and I had to have the recipe. I've been making it ever since and it's always a hit. I often make it a day ahead and then bring it to room temperature and add the nuts just before serving.

Provided by NiteOwl

Categories     White Rice

Time 30m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 1/2 cups white rice
1 (10 ounce) box frozen chopped spinach
1/2 cup slivered almonds
1/4 cup red onion, cut in 2 inch slices
1/2 cup canola oil
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 teaspoon sugar

Steps:

  • Cook rice in salted water according to package directions, then let cool.
  • Thaw spinach and squeeze out the water.
  • Toast almonds in a 250-300 degree oven till light brown.
  • Combine dressing ingredients in a jar or cruet and shake well to combine.
  • Toss together cooled rice, spinach and onions.
  • Add dressing and mix well.
  • Refrigerate several hours or overnight to combine flavors.
  • Add toasted nuts just before serving.
  • Can be served cold, but it's better at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 408.6, Fat 23.3, SaturatedFat 1.8, Sodium 374, Carbohydrate 43.4, Fiber 4, Sugar 1.9, Protein 7.6

SPINACH RICE SALAD



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I got this recipe from my sister-in-law, who is a very good cook. It's delicious and easy. The cook time is boiling the rice. I use my microwave for the bacon.

Provided by Whisper

Categories     Spinach

Time 40m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups uncooked rice, cooked
1 package fresh spinach
1 bunch green onion, chopped
1/2 cup celery, sliced
1 cup Italian dressing
6 teaspoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon sugar
1 lb bacon

Steps:

  • Mix cooked rice with next 6 ingredients.
  • Toss lightly.
  • Brown bacon and put in with salad just before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 543.4, Fat 34.3, SaturatedFat 9.9, Cholesterol 38.6, Sodium 1058.7, Carbohydrate 46.5, Fiber 2, Sugar 4.7, Protein 11.7

RICE AND SPINACH SALAD



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A hearty salad with a rice base, spinach, vegetables and dried fruits and nuts, a light vinaigrette dressing, and a topping of tangy crumbled Feta. This Rice and Spinach Salad is a fine accompaniment to many meals and a great addition to potlucks.

Provided by Barbara99

Categories     Salad

Number Of Ingredients 18

¾ cup raw long-grain rice, cooked according to package directions, and cooled completely
2-3 oz fresh spinach (preferably small leaf; if large, torn into bite-sized pieces)
¾ cup celery, chopped
2/3 cup sweet red pepper, coarsely chopped
½ cup white button mushrooms, sliced
½ cup dried cranberries or raisins
½ cup peanuts or cashews
1/3 cup red onion, diced or sliced
1/3 - ½ cup crumbled Feta
2 tbsp soy sauce
2 tbsp olive oil (plain or flavor-infused)
1½ tbsp vinegar (e.g., white, red wine, or champagne vinegar)
½ tbsp maple syrup or honey
1 tsp Dijon mustard
1 - 2 garlic cloves, minced
Chopped fresh herbs (e.g., parsley, dill, oregano, thyme) (optional)
Sprinkle of fine sea salt
Freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Vinaigrette Dressing: Combine all ingredients in small dish. Whisk ingredients well to combine. Set aside.
  • Salad: Cook rice according to package directions. Cool completely. Wash and chop/slice vegetables. Measure out all ingredients.
  • Assembly: In serving bowl, combine the cold cooked rice with all other ingredients except the Feta. Toss gently to combine. About 15-20 minutes prior to serving, drizzle enough of the dressing over salad mixings to lightly coat. Refrigerate. At time of serving, add more vinaigrette dressing if needed and sprinkle the crumbled Feta over top of salad.

FRUIT 'N' RICE SALAD



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This colorful combination of strawberries, pear, peach, pineapple and banana is tossed with yogurt and rice for a delightful side dish that really says summer. -Violet Beard, Marshall, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 can (8 ounces) unsweetened pineapple chunks
2 cups cooked rice
1/2 cup quartered fresh strawberries
1/2 cup sliced peeled fresh pear
1/2 cup sliced peeled peach
1/2 cup sliced firm banana
2 tablespoons fat-free plain yogurt
1 tablespoon honey
4 cups fresh baby spinach

Steps:

  • Drain pineapple, reserving 1/4 cup juice. In a large bowl, combine the pineapple, rice, strawberries, pear, peach and banana. In a small bowl, whisk the yogurt, honey and reserved pineapple juice. Pour over fruit mixture; toss to coat. Line salad plates with spinach; top with fruit mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 159 calories, Fat 1g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 1mg cholesterol, Sodium 24mg sodium, Carbohydrate 37g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

RICE AND SPINACH



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Provided by Marian Burros

Categories     side dish

Time 20m

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

8 ounces whole onion or 7 ounces chopped ready-cut onion (1 2/3 cups)
3/4 cup long grain rice
1 1/2 cups no-salt-added chicken broth
2 scallions
1 pound fresh loose spinach or 10 ounces fresh packaged spinach
A few shakes of salt

Steps:

  • While the onion is cooking (see chicken recipe), combine the rice and chicken broth, and bring to a boil in a heavy-bottomed pot. Cover and simmer, cooking for a total of 17 minutes.
  • When the onion is browned, stir it into the cooking rice.
  • Wash, trim and slice the scallions, and add to rice; continue cooking.
  • Wash and trim tough stems from spinach, and cut coarsely. About 2 minutes before the rice is ready, stir in the spinach, and finish cooking. Season with salt.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 420, UnsaturatedFat 2 grams, Carbohydrate 82 grams, Fat 4 grams, Fiber 8 grams, Protein 17 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 1406 milligrams, Sugar 9 grams

BROWN-RICE SALAD WITH SPINACH AND TOMATOES



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Categories     Salad     Rice     Tomato     Spinach     Brown Rice     Simmer     Boil

Yield serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 1/2 cups water
3/4 cup brown rice
Coarse salt and ground pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 teaspoons red-wine vinegar
2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
1 garlic clove, minced
1/4 teaspoon sugar
1 medium cucumber, peeled, halved lengthwise, seeded, and sliced crosswise 1/4-inch thick
2 cups baby spinach
1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved

Steps:

  • Bring the water to a boil in a medium saucepan. Stir in brown rice and 1 teaspoon coarse salt. Cover and simmer over low heat until rice is tender and has absorbed all liquid, about 40 minutes. Remove from heat; let stand 10 minutes, then fluff with a fork.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together oil, vinegar, dill, garlic, and sugar. Season generously with salt and pepper. Add rice, cucumber, spinach, and tomatoes, and toss to combine. Serve immediately.
  • Buying and storing rice
  • Look for brown rice in packages or in the bulk section of the supermarket, alongside white rice. It is more perishable than white rice but will keep for up to 6 months if stored in an airtight container. For longer storage, freeze in a resealable plastic bag for up to 1 year.
  • Nutrition Information
  • (Per Serving)
  • Calories: 203
  • Fat: 8.1g (1.2g Saturated Fat)
  • Protein: 4g
  • Carbohydrates: 29.9g
  • Fiber: 3.6g

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients for the best flavor.
  • Rinse the rice thoroughly before cooking to remove any excess starch.
  • Cook the rice according to the package directions.
  • While the rice is cooking, prepare the other ingredients.
  • Chop the spinach, tomatoes, and cucumbers into bite-sized pieces.
  • Combine the rice, spinach, tomatoes, cucumbers, feta cheese, and dressing in a large bowl.
  • Toss to coat evenly.
  • Serve immediately or chill for later.

Conclusion:

Rice and spinach salad is a delicious, healthy, and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for lunch, dinner, or a snack. It's packed with nutrients and antioxidants, and it's a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables. The zesty lemon dressing adds a refreshing touch, and the feta cheese adds a salty, creamy flavor. This salad is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.

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