Best 5 Savoury Rice Salad Recipes

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Savor the vibrant flavors of a delightful savory rice salad, a culinary creation that tantalizes your taste buds and transports you to a world of culinary delight. With its symphony of textures, colors, and flavors, this dish is a masterpiece of culinary artistry. Whether you seek a quick and easy meal or an impressive dish to grace your dinner table, discover the secrets to crafting the perfect savory rice salad, a harmonious blend of aromatic grains, crisp vegetables, succulent proteins, and tangy dressings. Embark on a culinary journey as we unveil the techniques and ingredients that elevate this simple dish into a symphony of flavors.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

COLD RICE SALAD



Cold Rice Salad image

Provided by Melissa d'Arabian : Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 50m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 1/2 cups long-grain white rice, rinsed
Salt
1 cup peas, blanched
1/2 red bell pepper, chopped
1/4 red onion, thinly sliced and soaked in ice water for 10 minutes
2 tablespoons rice wine vinegar
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
6 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil

Steps:

  • For the rice: Place the rice, 3 cups water, and a pinch of salt in a pot, cover and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat and cook on low until tender, about 20 minutes. Turn the rice out onto a sheet tray and let it cool completely. Next, combine the rice, peas, red bell pepper and red onion. Toss gently.
  • For the dressing: In a small bowl, add the rice wine vinegar, a small pinch salt and a few turns of freshly ground pepper. Mix together and slowly drizzle in the vegetable oil and then the sesame oil.
  • Pour the dressing over the rice and mix until the rice is thinly coated. Taste, and re-season if necessary.

COLD RICE SALAD



Cold Rice Salad image

Either you like it or hate, it but at least try it! Serve with fruit and rolls.

Provided by Colleen

Categories     Salad     Grains     Rice Salad Recipes

Time 2h

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 cups water
1 cup uncooked white rice
3 eggs
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 boneless skinless chicken breasts, bite-size pieces
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon vinegar
1 teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon pepper
1 cup tomatoes, diced
1 bunch raw broccoli, with stalk, chopped
1 cup frozen peas, thawed
1 cup frozen corn kernels, thawed

Steps:

  • Bring water to a boil in a medium saucepan. Add rice and stir. Reduce heat, cover and simmer for 20 minutes. Remove from heat, and set aside to cool.
  • Place eggs in a saucepan and cover with cold water. Bring water to a boil and immediately remove from heat. Cover and let eggs stand in hot water for 10 to 12 minutes. Cool, peel, and slice.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken, stirring occasionally, until no longer pink and juices run clear.
  • Whisk remaining oil, vinegar, salt, and pepper together in a small bowl until lightly emulsified; set aside. Place tomatoes, broccoli, peas, and corn together in a large mixing bowl; toss to combine. Add chicken, eggs and rice, and toss again. Cover, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving. Toss with dressing to coat just before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 300 calories, Carbohydrate 30.2 g, Cholesterol 105.3 mg, Fat 11.1 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 20.2 g, SaturatedFat 2.1 g, Sodium 447.9 mg, Sugar 3 g

SAVOURY RICE SALAD



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This is my favourite salad for potlucks and barbecues. Don't be turned off by the unusual combination of ingredients - the different flavours and textures make for a delicious, unique, and beautiful salad. The original recipe called for chicken, but I use cashews for a vegetarian dish that's great as a side or main. Almonds, sunflower seeds, or shrimp for those who eat seafood may also be added. This tastes even better on day 2, when the flavours have mingled and mellowed.

Provided by Lumberjackie

Categories     Rice

Time 2h

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 (6 ounce) box Uncle Bens wild rice, with seasonings (instead, I use 3/4-1 cup of mixed brown and wild rice and add a vegetarian bouillon cube while cook)
3 -4 green onions, sliced (with some of the green leafy part)
3 stalks celery, sliced
1 green pepper, chopped
1 bunch broccoli, separated into small floret pieces
1 cup fresh mushrooms, sliced
cashews
1/2 cup vegetable oil
3 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons vinegar
1 tablespoon curry powder (or more)

Steps:

  • Cook the rice according to product directions.
  • Prepare the dressing.
  • Mix the rice and vegetables together. Add the dressing and stir gently.
  • Refrigerate to allow the salad to marinate, stirring 2-3 times. I generally allow several hours for this step and never marinate for less than 1 hour.

RACHEL'S FRUITY RICE SALAD



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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

1 cup plain long grain rice
1 teaspoon turmeric
1/4 cup raisins
salt & pepper
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper or 1 teaspoon peri-peri
2 tablespoons chunky fruit chutney
125 g canned peaches
1 medium white onion
1 green pepper (capsicum)
1/2 cup mayonnaise (or to taste, careful not too much as will be too soggy)
1 bunch chopped fresh parsley

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.

SAVORY HERB RICE



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"I got this recipe from the mother of one of my college roommates many years ago and filed it away," writes Suzy Mercker of Lawrenceville, Georgia. "I found it one night by accident and made it for dinner. Now it's a staple that I often serve with chicken, beef, pork...or even fish."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 25m

Yield 5 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups water
1 tablespoon butter
1 teaspoon chicken or 1/2 vegetable bouillon cube
1 cup uncooked long grain rice
2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
1 teaspoon dried minced onion
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon dried marjoram
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, combine the water, butter and bouillon. Bring to a boil. Add remaining ingredients. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for about 15 minutes or until liquid is absorbed and rice is tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 178 calories, Fat 3g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 6mg cholesterol, Sodium 490mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients: Fresh, flavorful ingredients will make your rice salad shine. Look for ripe vegetables, herbs, and fruits, and use a good quality olive oil and vinegar.
  • Cook the rice perfectly: The rice is the base of your salad, so it's important to cook it properly. Follow the package directions for cooking the rice, or use a rice cooker.
  • Let the rice cool before assembling the salad: This will help prevent the salad from becoming mushy.
  • Choose complementary flavors and textures: When choosing your ingredients, think about how they will work together in terms of flavor and texture. For example, crunchy vegetables like bell peppers and cucumbers pair well with soft, fluffy rice, and acidic ingredients like lemon juice and vinegar help to balance out rich, fatty ingredients like cheese and avocado.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment: There are endless possibilities when it comes to rice salad, so don't be afraid to get creative and try new things. Add your favorite vegetables, herbs, and proteins, and experiment with different dressings and marinades.

Conclusion:

Rice salad is a versatile and delicious dish that can be enjoyed for lunch, dinner, or a side dish. It's a great way to use up leftover rice, and it's also a healthy and affordable meal option. With so many different variations to choose from, there's sure to be a rice salad recipe that everyone will enjoy.

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