Rice salad with a citrus vinaigrette is a refreshing, flavorful, and versatile dish that offers a perfect balance of textures and flavors. Made with cooked rice, fresh vegetables, citrusy vinaigrette, and often herbs, this salad is a delightful and healthy option for lunch, dinner, or even as a side dish. With its vibrant colors and tangy dressing, rice salad is not only delicious but also a visually appealing dish that can elevate any meal or gathering. Exploring different citrus fruits, vinaigrette variations, and add-ins, you can create a unique and personalized rice salad that caters to your taste preferences and dietary needs.
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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.
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
RICE SALAD WITH CILANTRO VINAIGRETTE
I grow all my own herbs, including fresh cilantro. In fact, I first tried this recipe because it had cilantro in it. It's a delicious and colorful salad.-Michele Montgomery, Lethbridge, Alberta
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 15m
Yield 4-6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a bowl, combine rice, beans, peppers and cilantro. Combine the remaining ingredients in a jar with a tight-fitting lid; shake well. Pour over rice mixture and toss to coat. Refrigerate until serving.
Nutrition Facts :
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.
CILANTRO RICE SALAD
This is a wonderful, summer salad, bursting with great color and texture. I found this in Food and Wine magazine. I have also made this using "brown" basmati rice, which worked great and added a terrific, nutty flavor.
Provided by Kozmic Blues
Categories Rice
Time 30m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Cook rice according to package directions, either on stove top or in rice cooker.
- Once rice is cooked, transfer to a large bowl and allow to cool, tossing with a rubber spoon until at room temperature.
- Wisk together ingredients for the dressing: oil, vinegar, salt and pepper in a bowl.
- Fold tomatoes, onion, cilantro and olives into the cooled rice.
- Add vinaigrette and toss to combine.
- Add salt and pepper to taste.
- **Notefor Leftovers: Leftover rice salad can be tossed with a can or two of white tuna, drained and flaked.
- Makes a nice lunch!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 252.2, Fat 9.1, SaturatedFat 1.3, Sodium 79.5, Carbohydrate 38.9, Fiber 2.5, Sugar 1.8, Protein 4.2
BLACK RICE SALAD WITH LEMON VINAIGRETTE
Categories Salad Rice Side Vegetarian Walnut Healthy Vegan Lemon Juice Bon Appétit Sugar Conscious Pescatarian Dairy Free Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Kosher
Yield Makes 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Cook rice in a medium saucepan of boiling salted water until tender, 35-40 minutes. Drain well, spread out on a plate or a rimmed baking sheet, and let cool.
- Meanwhile, spread out walnuts on another rimmed baking sheet. Toast in oven, tossing once, until fragrant, 8-10 minutes. Let cool; chop.
- Whisk lemon juice, vinegar, and agave in a small bowl. Whisking constantly, gradually drizzle in oil. Season vinaigrette with salt.
- Toss rice, walnuts, scallions, edamame, tomatoes, green beans, and vinaigrette in a large bowl. Season with salt and pepper.
ALL GREEN SALAD WITH CITRUS VINAIGRETTE
Provided by Leah Koenig
Categories Salad Passover Kid-Friendly Quick & Easy Basil Asparagus Avocado Cucumber Sugar Snap Pea Small Plates
Yield Serves 8
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- For the vinaigrette:
- Whisk shallot, vinegar, lemon zest, lemon juice, orange juice, and honey in a medium bowl until combined. Add oil in a steady stream, whisking constantly, until combined. Season with salt and pepper; set aside.
- For the salad:
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil; prepare a large bowl of ice water and a rimmed baking sheet lined with paper towels. Add asparagus to the boiling water and cook until crisp tender, 1-2 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon or spider and immediately plunge into the ice water until chilled, then use slotted spoon to transfer asparagus to baking sheet to drain.
- In a large bowl, combine romaine, cucumber, avocado, basil, dill, and blanched asparagus. Drizzle with desired amount of dressing, season with salt and pepper, and toss gently to combine. Serve salad with remaining dressing on the side.
ARUGULA SALAD WITH CITRUS VINAIGRETTE
Arugula is a delicious alternative to lettuce, and the citrus juice dressing is a delicious alternative to heavier store bought dressings. A lovely precursor to most meals, or a great stand-alone in the summer. Garnish with walnuts or sunflower seeds, if you like.
Provided by JEANNETTE777
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Salad Dressing Recipes Vinaigrette Dressing Recipes
Time 20m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a jar with a tight fitting lid, combine grapefruit juice, orange juice, olive oil, and salt. Shake vigorously.
- In a salad bowl, combine arugula, pear, and red pepper. Drizzle dressing over salad, and toss to coat. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 229.1 calories, Carbohydrate 13.8 g, Fat 19.1 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 1.8 g, SaturatedFat 2.7 g, Sodium 158.7 mg, Sugar 7.9 g
Tips:
- For the best flavor, use fresh, ripe citrus fruits for the vinaigrette.
- If you don't have any fresh herbs on hand, you can use dried herbs instead. Just be sure to use half the amount of dried herbs as you would fresh.
- Feel free to add other vegetables to the salad, such as chopped cucumber, bell pepper, or onion.
- You can also add a protein to the salad, such as grilled chicken, shrimp, or tofu.
- Serve the salad immediately or chill it for later.
Conclusion:
This rice salad with a citrus vinaigrette is a delicious and refreshing dish that is perfect for a summer meal. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With its vibrant flavors and healthy ingredients, this salad is sure to be a hit at your next gathering.
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