TUSCAN RICE SALAD

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Categories     Salad     Pork     Rice     Low Fat     Quick & Easy     Summer     Bon Appétit

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 cup arborio rice or medium-grain white rice
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons olive oil (preferably extra-virgin)
1 large egg
1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese
Nonstick vegetable oil spray
1 cup finely diced cooked pork
1 cup frozen petite peas, thawed
1/3 cup chopped red onion
3 tablespoons chopped fresh Italian parsley
6 large lettuce leaves
1 medium tomato, cut into thin wedges

Steps:

  • Bring large saucepan of water to boil. Stir in rice and salt. Reduce heat to medium and simmer uncovered until rice is tender, stirring occasionally, about 15 minutes. Drain rice well.
  • Whisk vinegar and oil in large bowl. Add warm rice and toss to coat.
  • Whisk egg and Parmesan cheese in small bowl to blend. Spray medium nonstick skillet with vegetable oil spray and heat over medium-high heat. Add egg mixture and stir constantly until scrambled and curds are set, about 1 minute. Remove from heat and cool. Cut egg into small pieces. Season to taste with pepper.
  • Stir egg pieces, pork, peas, red onion and parsley into rice. Season salad to taste with salt and pepper. Line shallow bowl with lettuce leaves. Spoon rice salad onto leaves. Surround with tomato wedges. Serve at room temperature.

Rahaf Rafik
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I love this salad! It's so refreshing and flavorful.


Sarah Stokes
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This salad is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Rabin Deula
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I'm not a big fan of rice salad, but this one is really good! The dressing is light and flavorful.


roblox roblox
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover chicken or roasted vegetables.


Alina CH
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I love the fresh flavors of this salad. It's a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables.


Rafiki
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This salad is perfect for a summer picnic or barbecue. It's also a great make-ahead dish.


Fiona Jimmy
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I've made this salad several times and it's always a success. It's a great way to use up leftover rice.


Christopher Thornburg
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This is a great recipe for a light and healthy meal. I especially love the addition of the sun-dried tomatoes.


Sikindar Ram
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I made this salad for a potluck and it was gone in minutes! Everyone loved it.


gayhn ganchi
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This salad is so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family and friends. I love that I can use whatever vegetables I have on hand.


amir ashraf
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I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out great! The rice was cooked perfectly and the vegetables were crisp and flavorful.


md noi
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This Tuscan rice salad is a delightful blend of flavors and textures. The combination of fresh vegetables, herbs, and cheese creates a refreshing and satisfying dish that is perfect for a summer lunch or dinner.


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