FRUIT AND NUT CURRIED RICE SALAD

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Serve well chilled for a delicious side dish for a picnic or barbecue dinner. This is an exotic, crunchy salad.

Provided by GREG IN SAN DIEGO

Categories     Coconut

Time 45m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 19

1 1/2 cups rice
3 1/3 cups water
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1 1/2 tablespoons butter
4 medium bananas
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/2 cup diagonally sliced celery
1/2 cup seedless raisin
1/2 cup chopped salted peanuts
2 tablespoons chopped pimiento
1 tablespoon minced chives
3/4 cup mayonnaise
3 tablespoons cream
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon curry powder
1/2 teaspoon dry mustard
1/4 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
crisp salad green
1/4 cup toasted shredded coconut

Steps:

  • Cook rice with water, salt and butter according to package directions.
  • Chill.
  • Cut bananas into 1/2 inch slices.
  • Sprinkle 1 tablespoon lemon juice over banana slices.
  • In a large bowl, combine rice, celery, raisins, peanuts, pimiento and chives.
  • Toss lightly and chill.
  • Combine mayonnaise, cream, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, curry powder, dry mustard and hot pepper sauce.
  • Mix well. Add bananas.
  • Toss all but salad greens.
  • Arrange mixture on crisp salad greens on chilled salad plates.
  • Garnish with toasted coconut and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 430.6, Fat 19.3, SaturatedFat 5.2, Cholesterol 15.2, Sodium 776.4, Carbohydrate 60.7, Fiber 4.1, Sugar 16.1, Protein 7.4

Ciise faarax Xasan
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This is the best fruit and nut curried rice salad I've ever had! The flavors are amazing and the texture is perfect.


Isaaq Husen
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This salad is easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I highly recommend it!


Ahmed Gomaa
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This salad is perfect for a summer picnic or barbecue. It's also a great dish to take to a potluck.


Njambwe Tv
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This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables. It's also a good source of protein and healthy fats.


Md Junaid Ahmed
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover rice. It's also a great make-ahead dish, so it's perfect for busy weeknights.


RAFI AHAMID
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I'm not a big fan of curry, but I really enjoyed this salad. The dressing is not too spicy and the fruit and nuts add a nice sweetness.


Ashleigh Larocque
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This salad is so refreshing and flavorful. It's the perfect dish for a hot summer day.


Nor Mohammad
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I love the combination of flavors in this salad. The curry dressing is especially delicious.


Samiul Islam
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This salad is easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I highly recommend it!


Prasad Jayamanna
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This salad is perfect for a summer picnic or barbecue. It's also a great dish to take to a potluck.


Kaylie Brown
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This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables. It's also a good source of protein and healthy fats.


Namaganda Asia
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I'm not usually a fan of curry, but this salad changed my mind. The dressing is so creamy and flavorful. I could eat this salad every day!


Sefako John Mafoyane
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover rice. It's also a great make-ahead dish, so it's perfect for busy weeknights.


Zoe Wilson
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I'm always looking for new and exciting recipes to try, and this one definitely didn't disappoint! The fruit and nut curried rice salad was a perfect blend of sweet, savory, and crunchy. I'll definitely be making this again.


Mahmmad muazam
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This salad is so refreshing and flavorful. I love the combination of sweet and savory. The dried fruit and nuts add a nice crunch, and the curry dressing is to die for.


Andy Bethoney
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I made this salad for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone loved the unique combination of flavors and textures. The curry dressing was especially delicious.


Mpho aaron Mutlane
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This fruit and nut curried rice salad was a hit at my summer barbecue! The curry dressing was perfectly balanced, and the dried fruit and nuts added a delightful crunch. I'll definitely be making this again.