SOUTHWEST RICE AND CORN SALAD WITH LEMON DRESSING

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Provided by Bon Appétit Test Kitchen

Categories     Side     Picnic     Vegetarian     Quick & Easy     High Fiber     Lemon     Avocado     Corn     Bell Pepper     Healthy     Low Cholesterol     Potluck     Bon Appétit     Sugar Conscious     Vegan     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield 8 side-dish servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup long-grain white rice
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
4 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1 1/2 cups fresh corn kernels (cut from 2 ears) or frozen corn kernels, thawed
1 cup chopped fresh poblano chiles or green bell pepper
1 cup diced seeded yellow bell pepper
1 cup 1/2-inch cubes yellow zucchini
1 avocado, halved, peeled, diced
1/2 cup thinly sliced green onions
1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Cook rice until just tender, 12 to 15 minutes. Drain and rinse in cold water. Drain again.
  • Meanwhile, whisk lemon juice and 3 tablespoons oil in small bowl. Season dressing to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon oil in large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add corn, poblanos, yellow bell pepper, and zucchini. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Sauté until vegetables are just tender, 6 to 7 minutes; scrape into large bowl. Add rice, avocado, green onions, cilantro, and dressing; toss to coat. Season with salt and pepper.

Elton Munyama
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This salad is a great way to add some color and flavor to your next potluck or BBQ.


Muin Uddin
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I've never been a big fan of rice salad, but this one is an exception. It's so flavorful and refreshing.


Lurlin Gomes
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This salad is so easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Sourya Thapa
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I love the fresh flavor of this salad. It's perfect for a light lunch or dinner.


Rebecca Mitti
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover rice and corn.


Kenzie Ballantyne
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I've made this salad several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Tshifhiwa Makumbani
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This salad is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. I highly recommend it!


Penny Powers
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I'm not a huge fan of black beans, so I substituted kidney beans instead. It was still delicious!


Malerie Mark
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This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables.


PRAJWAL THAPA
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The lemon dressing is the perfect finishing touch for this salad. It really brightens up the flavor.


Breahna Miller
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I added some grilled chicken to this salad and it was a great way to use up leftover chicken.


Lusanda Angele
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I wasn't sure how I would like the combination of rice and corn, but I was pleasantly surprised. The two ingredients work really well together.


AS khan Balouch
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This is a great salad to make ahead of time, as the flavors meld together nicely. I like to make it the night before and let it sit in the refrigerator overnight.


KISADHA ADIL
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I made this salad for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor combination.


Alpha Marks
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This salad is a refreshing and flavorful side dish that is perfect for summer gatherings. The combination of rice, corn, black beans, and tomatoes is delicious, and the lemon dressing adds a bright and tangy flavor.