CAJUN RICE SALAD

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Peppers of every kind are crucial to Cajun cooking, this colourful salad uses red, yellow and green capiscums, as well as peppery spices. Make it as chilli-hot as you can stand, to give this vigorous dish its authentic Cajun effect! Posted for ZWT5, from Linda McCartneys "World Of Vegetarian Cooking" The recipe uses recipe#373598 for the vinaigrette, though you might choose to use another.

Provided by Karen Elizabeth

Categories     Long Grain Rice

Time 30m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

150 g long-grain rice
40 g red peppers, chopped
40 g yellow peppers, chopped
25 g tinned mild green chilies, chopped finely
40 g red onions, chopped finely
1 -2 stick celery, chopped finely
creole vinaigrette
Tabasco sauce (optional)
4 spring onions, chopped finely
1 small bunch parsley, chopped finely

Steps:

  • Cook rice according to packet instructions. Cool the rice.
  • Combine the cooked rice, peppers, chilli, red onion and celery in a salad bowl.
  • Toss thoroughly with sufficient vinaigrette to moisten, and season to taste with the optional Tabasco.
  • Sprinkle with the chopped spring onions and parsley before serving.

Zack Pitts
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This recipe is a waste of time and ingredients. Don't bother trying it.


Ssema Abdul
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I've tried this recipe several times and it never turns out right. I'm not sure what the problem is.


ATUGONZA AMINAH
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I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my salad turned out bland. I think I might have added too much rice.


Lionel Bunny
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This salad is so refreshing and flavorful. It's the perfect side dish for a hot summer day.


Ggjj Ggh
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I'm always looking for new rice salad recipes, and this one did not disappoint. It's simple to make and packed with flavor.


Buckz aobakwe
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The dressing for this salad is amazing! I could drink it straight.


md hamim ahmed
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This salad is perfect for summer cookouts and picnics.


ismail yassin
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I've made this salad for my family several times and they always request it. It's a healthy and delicious side dish.


dieu carlos
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover rice.


Gorilla Grass
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I love the versatility of this salad. I've added different vegetables and proteins to it, and it's always delicious.


Imran Mohamed
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This salad is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Empire Dollar
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I'm not a huge fan of cajun food, but this salad was surprisingly good. The dressing was flavorful without being too spicy, and the rice was cooked perfectly.


DANI DOGAR
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This cajun rice salad was a hit at my last potluck! Everyone loved the unique flavors and textures.


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