Description
Crispy rice salad is a delightful fusion of crunchy, golden-brown rice paired with vibrant vegetables and a zesty lime dressing. This refreshing dish is perfect for summer gatherings or casual dinners, offering an exciting blend of textures and flavors in every bite. Easy to customize with seasonal ingredients, this salad will quickly become a favorite at your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup short-grain rice
- 1 cup bell peppers, diced
- 1 cup cucumbers, diced
- 1 cup carrots, shredded
- 1/2 cup green onions, sliced thinly
- 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
- 2 tbsp olive oil (for frying)
- 2 tbsp lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 tbsp honey
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse the short-grain rice under cold water until clear. Cook according to package instructions until fluffy. Spread on a baking sheet to cool.
- Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Add cooled rice in an even layer and fry until golden brown and crispy, about 5 minutes.
- While the rice crisps up, dice bell peppers, cucumbers, and carrots into bite-sized pieces.
- In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, honey, salt, and pepper for the dressing.
- In a large bowl, combine crispy rice, vegetables, green onions, and cilantro. Drizzle with dressing and toss gently to coat.
- Serve immediately or let chill for 30 minutes for flavors to meld.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg