SPRING VEGETABLE RICE SALAD (INSALATA DI RISO)
Provided by Michael Chiarello : Food Network
Categories side-dish
Time 20m
Yield 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add rice, stir, and adjust heat to maintain a simmer. Cook, stirring occasionally to prevent any grains from sticking to the pot, until the rice is just barely done, about 15 minutes. It will continue to cook as it cools. Drain the rice well and spread it out on a tray to cool quickly.
- Bring another large pot of salted water to a boil. Holding an asparagus spear in both hands, bend the spear until it breaks naturally at the point where it becomes tough. Repeat with the remaining spears. Discard the tough ends and cut the tender part into 1/3-inch lengths. Blanch asparagus and peas together in the boiling water for 1 minute and 30 seconds, then lift out with a strainer and transfer to a paper towel lined baking sheet to cool.
- Shell the fava beans, then blanch the unpeeled beans in the same boiling water for about 3 minutes. Drain, transfer them to a paper towel lined baking sheet to cool. Peel the fava beans by pinching open the loose skin; the peeled bean should slip out easily.
- Put the lemon juice in a small bowl. Season with salt and pepper. Gradually whisk in the olive oil.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooled rice, asparagus, peas, fava beans, basil, parsley, lemon zest, ham and cheese. Toss with your hands to blend. Pour the dressing over the salad (you may not need it all) and toss gently. Taste and adjust seasoning.
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Masun Rana
[email protected]This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables. It's packed with colorful and nutritious vegetables.
atanga clifford
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of vinegar-based dressings, but the dressing in this salad is perfect. It's light and tangy, and it doesn't overpower the vegetables.
Chente13- Jasso
[email protected]This salad is a great way to use up leftover roasted vegetables. I had some roasted broccoli and cauliflower and they were perfect in this salad.
Michael Pointer
[email protected]I used brown rice in this salad and it was delicious. It gave the salad a nice nutty flavor.
Muhammad Abdullahi
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of bell peppers, but I loved them in this salad. They added a nice crunch and sweetness.
michelle kachaso
[email protected]This salad is a great make-ahead meal. I made it the night before and it was even better the next day. The flavors had time to meld together and the vegetables stayed crisp.
Kaylaynn Campbell
[email protected]I'm always looking for new and exciting salad recipes, and this one definitely fits the bill! The combination of flavors and textures is amazing. I will definitely be making this again.
Baterdene Davaasuren
[email protected]This salad is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love the colorful vegetables and the tangy dressing.
dreamy_ice 7
[email protected]I made this salad for a picnic and it was perfect! It's light and refreshing, and the vegetables stay crisp even after being packed in a cooler for hours.
Oniel Zenda
[email protected]This salad is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love that you can use whatever vegetables you have on hand. It's a great way to clean out your fridge!
Lakshan Sadaruwan
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of rice salad, but this one is really good! The vegetables are crisp and flavorful, and the dressing is light and tangy. I will definitely be making this again.
Rizwan Rajput
[email protected]This salad is a great way to use up leftover rice. I also added some grilled chicken and it was a delicious and healthy meal.
junaid Saraki
[email protected]I love this salad! It's so light and refreshing, and the dressing is perfect. I've made it several times now and it's always a hit.
Leo Sanchez
[email protected]This recipe is easy to follow and the results are delicious. I used a variety of spring vegetables from my garden and the salad was so fresh and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again and again.
Chris Hanson
[email protected]I made this salad for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone loved the combination of flavors and colors. I will definitely be making this again.
monte
[email protected]This rice salad is a delightful symphony of flavors and textures. The vegetables are crisp and fresh, the rice is perfectly cooked, and the dressing is a tangy, flavorful complement. I highly recommend this recipe for a light and refreshing summer me