SNOW PEAS AND RED PEPPER RICE SALAD

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Provided by Marian Burros

Categories     easy, quick, salads and dressings

Time 20m

Yield 2 large servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup rice
2 cups water
1 tablespoon sesame seeds
1/4 pound snow peas
1 large red pepper
1 teaspoon minced garlic in oil
1 tablespoon corn, safflower or canola oil
2 teaspoons Oriental sesame oil
2 tablespoons white-wine vinegar
2 teaspoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
Freshly ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Combine the rice and water in a saucepan. Bring to a boil. Reduce the heat, cover, and cook for 17 minutes, until the water is absorbed and the rice is tender.
  • Toast the sesame seeds in a toaster oven until golden.
  • String, wash and then cut the snow peas in half.
  • Wash, core, seed and cut the red pepper in julienne strips.
  • In a serving bowl combine the garlic in oil, corn and sesame oils, vinegar and soy sauce, and beat with a fork. Add the snow peas and red pepper and toss.
  • When the rice is cooked, stir it into the salad, sprinkle with black pepper and sesame seeds, and toss.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 539, UnsaturatedFat 12 grams, Carbohydrate 89 grams, Fat 15 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 10 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 179 milligrams, Sugar 6 grams, TransFat 0 grams

Azam Boom 234
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I can't wait to make this salad again. It's so good!


David Cline
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This salad is a great example of how simple ingredients can come together to create a delicious dish.


Johanna Rooi
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I'm always looking for new salad recipes and this one is definitely a keeper.


Ann KEETON
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover vegetables.


Eugene Links
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I made this salad for my family and they loved it. Even my picky kids ate it!


Funny Luv
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This salad is a great way to get your veggies in.


Sara Ouda
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I love that this salad is healthy and delicious.


Atalia Carlain
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This salad is so easy to make. It's perfect for a weeknight meal.


Bright Richard
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I'm not a huge fan of snow peas, but I loved this salad. The dressing is amazing!


Eric Martin
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This salad is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. It's also a great side dish for grilled meats or fish.


Breanna Smith
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I added some grilled chicken to this salad and it was delicious!


Muntazir Shah
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This salad is a great make-ahead meal. I made it the night before and it was even better the next day.


Aroona
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The red peppers in this salad add a beautiful pop of color.


Hoda Suii
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I love the crunch of the snow peas in this salad. They add a nice texture.


Seras FIN
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover rice. I always have leftover rice in my fridge, so this is a perfect recipe for me.


Brenda Orozco
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I made this salad for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone loved it.


Mckenzie White
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This salad was so refreshing and flavorful! I loved the combination of the snow peas, red peppers, and rice. The dressing was also perfect - light and tangy.