TOMATO RICE SALAD

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My mom makes this for picnics and it usually is a hit! I love the different flavors in this recipe! If you like more spice, add essence or cayenne pepper or even minced jalapeno!

Provided by Christine Bettiga

Categories     Vegetable

Time 1h

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 1/2 cups water
1 cup long-grain rice
1 teaspoon salt, divided
6 tablespoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon spice essence or 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
1 small diced jalapeno (optional)
1 clove garlic, minces
1/2 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 medium fresh tomatoes, seeded and diced
1 large cucumber, peeled,seeded and diced
1 medium bell pepper, diced (red/green or yellow)
1 cup green onion, sliced
1 cup radish, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • Bring water to a boil, stir in rice and 1/2 tsp salt.
  • Reduce heat to low, cover and cook 20 minutes or until all liquid is absorbed.
  • Remove from heat and let stand, covered 5 minutes.
  • While rice is cooking, combine remaining 1/2 tsp. salt, lemon juice, cumin, garlic and olive oil.
  • Stir into hot cooked rice.
  • Chill for 30 minutes.
  • Add remaining ingredients and chill several hours before serving.

juan flores
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I highly recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and easy tomato rice salad.


Alex Lil Armstrong
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This salad is so easy to make, yet it's so flavorful and satisfying.


Nontombi Sibhozo
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I love the vibrant colors of this salad. It's so inviting!


Ch ZaiBi Virk
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover tomatoes from the garden.


sara boo
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I've never made tomato rice salad before, but this recipe made it easy and delicious.


Irtiza Abbas
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This is a great recipe for a summer picnic.


Dustin Strphens
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I'm not a huge fan of tomatoes, but I really enjoyed this salad. The flavors were well-balanced.


UK King Pizza hut sibi
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This salad is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Tamsin
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I love the addition of feta cheese to this salad. It gives it a nice salty flavor.


Levi Uchiha
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This is a great recipe for a light and healthy lunch.


Kabelo Ntshabelle
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I've made this salad several times now and it's always a hit. It's a great way to use up leftover rice.


Mapalo Mubenshi
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This salad is so refreshing and flavorful. I love the combination of tomatoes, rice, and herbs.


NALWEYISO G
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I love how easy this recipe is to make. It's perfect for busy weeknights.


Mamun Molla
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This is a great recipe for meal prep. I make a big batch on the weekend and eat it for lunch all week.


Julius Nderitu
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I'm not usually a fan of tomato rice salad, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so flavorful and satisfying.


Alham Khan
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This salad is the perfect summer dish. It's light, refreshing, and packed with flavor.


Zahir Hossain
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I love this recipe because it's so versatile. I've made it with different types of rice, vegetables, and herbs, and it always turns out great.


Sharo Rind786
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This tomato rice salad was a hit at my last potluck! Everyone raved about the fresh flavors and how easy it was to make.


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