Best Curried Rice Salad Recipes

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CURRIED RICE & EGG SALAD



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Enjoy this lightly spiced rice and egg salad as a side dish at a summer barbecue or picnic. Top with toasted almonds, grated carrots and sliced cucumbers

Provided by Cassie Best

Categories     Side dish

Time 37m

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 tbsp olive or rapeseed oil
1 onion , chopped
2 tbsp mild curry paste (we used korma paste)
1 tsp ground turmeric
300g basmati rice
50g raisins
1 chicken or vegetable stock cube
3 eggs
small bunch of coriander , leaves picked
30g flaked almonds , toasted
2 carrots , grated or finely shredded
½ cucumber , sliced

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a large pan and cook the onion for 8-10 mins until soft and just turning golden. Boil the kettle. Stir the curry paste, ground turmeric, rice and raisins into the onions. Crumble over the stock cube and pour over enough boiled water from the kettle to cover the rice by ½cm (about 1 litre). Season with some salt. Bring to a gentle simmer, then cover the pan, reduce the heat to its lowest setting and cook for 2 mins more. Without taking off the lid, remove from the heat and leave to steam for 15 mins. This will give you perfect, fluffy rice.
  • Meanwhile, bring another pan of water to the boil and cook the eggs for 7 mins. Plunge into a bowl of cold water to stop them cooking and once cool, drain and halve.
  • Tip the rice into a container and chill for at least 1 hr, or up to two days. When you're ready to serve, scatter over the coriander and almonds, and top with the grated carrot, cucumber slices and eggs.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 491 calories, Fat 15 grams fat, SaturatedFat 2 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 70 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 15 grams sugar, Fiber 5 grams fiber, Protein 16 grams protein, Sodium 1.3 milligram of sodium

CURRIED CHICKEN AND RICE SALAD



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This is a crunchy chicken and rice salad with an East Indian influence.

Provided by Sheryl

Categories     Salad     Grains     Rice Salad Recipes

Time 15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 cups cooked white rice
2 cups chopped cooked chicken breast
½ cup celery, sliced
¼ cup green onions, chopped
¼ cup chopped red bell pepper
1 cup sour cream
¼ cup mayonnaise
3 tablespoons peach or mango chutney
2 teaspoons ground curry powder
¾ teaspoon seasoned salt
2 tablespoons pine nuts

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the rice, chicken, celery, green onions, bell peppers, sour cream, mayonnaise, chutney, curry and salt. Mix well, cover and refrigerate until chilled. Sprinkle with pine nuts before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 391.5 calories, Carbohydrate 33.8 g, Cholesterol 55.3 mg, Fat 20.6 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 17.4 g, SaturatedFat 7.4 g, Sodium 227 mg, Sugar 4.2 g

CURRIED SMOKED CHICKEN AND WILD RICE SALAD



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Categories     Salad     Chicken     Leafy Green     Rice     Mango     Curry     Summer     Gourmet

Yield Serves 12

Number Of Ingredients 20

For the dressing
2 garlic cloves, chopped
3 tablespoons white-wine vinegar
4 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 1/2 tablespoons curry powder
3 tablespoons bottled mango chutney
2/3 cup olive oil
3/4 cup sour cream
3 tablespoons water
1/2 cup finely chopped fresh coriander
For the wild rice mixture
2 1/2 cups wild rice, rinsed
6 1/2 cups water
2 teaspoons salt
1 tablespoon white-wine vinegar
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 bunch of scallions including the green part, chopped (about 3/4 cup)
1 cup golden raisins
6 whole smoked boneless chicken breast
3 cups mâche (lamb's-lettuce), washed well and spun dry

Steps:

  • Make the dressing:
  • In a blender or food processor blend the garlic, the vinegar, the lemon juice, the curry powder, the chutney, and salt and pepper to taste until the mixture is smooth. With the motor running add the oil in a stream, add the sour cream and the water, adding additional water if necessary to reach the desired consistency, and blend the dressing until it is combined well. Transfer the dressing to a small bowl and stir in the coriander. The dressing may be made 1 day in advance and kept covered and chilled.
  • Make the wild rice mixture:
  • In a large heavy saucepan combine the wild rice with the water and the salt and simmer it, covered, for 45 to 50 minutes, until it is tender and all the water is absorbed. Transfer the wild rice to a large bowl and add the vinegar, the oil, and salt and pepper to taste. Toss the mixture well and let it cool completely. The wild rice mixture may be prepared up to this point 1 day in advance and kept covered and chilled. Stir in the scallions and the raisins.
  • Cut the chicken into 3/4-inch pieces. Spoon the wild rice mixture onto one side of a large shallow serving dish, arrange the chicken on the other half, and arrange the mâche decoratively down the middle. Serve the dressing separately. (Alternatively, the wild rice mixture, the chicken, and the dressing may be tossed together in a large serving bowl and garnish with the mâche.)

CONTEST-WINNING CURRIED RICE SALAD



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Rice is truly one of the world's most versatile foods. Arkansas is the top rice-producing state in the country, so this recipe surely represents our region.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 10m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 can (20 ounces) pineapple tidbits
2 cups cooked rice, cooled
2 cups cubed cooked chicken
1/2 cup chopped celery
1/3 cup slivered almonds, toasted
1/3 cup raisins
1/4 cup chopped green onions
2/3 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
3/4 teaspoon curry powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
Lettuce leaves, optional

Steps:

  • Drain pineapple, reserving juice; set aside 1 cup pineapple and 3 tablespoons juice (refrigerate remaining pineapple and juice for another use). , In a large bowl, combine the rice, chicken, celery, almonds, raisins, green onions and reserved pineapple. , In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, mustard, curry powder, salt and reserved juice. Gently stir into rice mixture. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour. serve in a lettuce-lined bowl if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 337 calories, Fat 20g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 38mg cholesterol, Sodium 260mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (13g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 13g protein.

ORIENTAL CURRIED RICE SALAD



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I have taken this salad to many pot lucks and it is always well received. There is a nice mix of flavours in the dressing. I hope you enjoy it!

Provided by GaylaV

Categories     Long Grain Rice

Time 5h15m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 cups rice
0.5 (1 kg) bag frozen peas (use approx. 1 pound)
1 1/2 cups celery
1/4 cup red onion
1/3 cup salad oil (I have used either Vegetable or Canola)
3 tablespoons soya sauce
1/2-2 teaspoon curry powder
2 teaspoons vinegar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon celery seed
1/2 teaspoon sugar

Steps:

  • Cook the rice according to package directions and cool.
  • Cook the peas and cool.
  • Chop celery and onion.
  • Mix the rice, peas, celery and onion.
  • While the rice is cooking mix all the ingredients for the dressing.
  • Mix the dressing into the rice mixture.
  • Cool for several hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 209.6, Fat 6.4, SaturatedFat 0.9, Sodium 404.1, Carbohydrate 32.7, Fiber 2.7, Sugar 2.7, Protein 5

CURRIED CHICKEN, ARTICHOKE, AND RICE SALAD



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Make and share this Curried Chicken, Artichoke, and Rice Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by ratherbeswimmin

Categories     Chicken

Time 55m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 1/2 cups cooked long-grain rice
4 green onions, sliced (white and green parts)
2 cups cubed cooked chicken
1/4 cup diced red bell pepper
1/4 cup diced celery
1 (6 1/2 ounce) jar quartered marinated artichoke hearts, drained and cut into bite-sized pieces (reserve 2 tablespoons of the marinade)
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup plain nonfat yogurt
2 tablespoons reserved artichoke marinade
1/2-1 teaspoon curry powder, to taste
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper

Steps:

  • To make the dressing: whisk the dressing ingredients together in a small bowl; cover and refrigerate until ready to use.
  • To make the salad: in a medium bowl, combine all the salad ingredients; toss with enough dressing to coat.
  • Cover and refrigerate several hours to let the flavors blend.
  • If the salad seems dry, add a little more dressing or mayonnaise before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 292.1, Fat 9.9, SaturatedFat 2.1, Cholesterol 56.6, Sodium 366.6, Carbohydrate 28.6, Fiber 3.5, Sugar 3.5, Protein 22.2

CURRIED CHICKEN RICE SALAD



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Since I usually make and serve this salad while my teacher friends and I are on summer break, I always associate this recipe with relaxed good times! It's best to make ahead so that the flavors can mingle. -Pamela Hesselbart, Sylvania, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 50m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 package (6.6 ounces) toasted almond rice pilaf
2 cups cubed cooked chicken
3/4 cup diced celery
1/2 cup dried cranberries
1/2 cup golden raisins
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/3 cup chutney
3 tablespoons sour cream
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon curry powder
2 medium apples, cubed
6 lettuce leaves
1/4 cup sliced almonds, toasted

Steps:

  • Cook rice pilaf according to package directions; cool. In a large bowl, combine the chicken, celery, cranberries, raisins and rice. , In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, chutney, sour cream, lemon juice and curry powder; stir in apples. Add to rice mixture; toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours. , Serve on lettuce; garnish with almonds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 506 calories, Fat 24g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 53mg cholesterol, Sodium 573mg sodium, Carbohydrate 55g carbohydrate (25g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 19g protein.

CURRIED RICE SALAD



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This rice salad has it all in the flavor and texture department. I love the nuttiness of the rice blend paired with the peppery arugula, tart apricots and sweet curry vinaigrette.

Provided by Kardea Brown

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h40m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup wild and long-grain rice blend
2 cups vegetable stock
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup chopped dried apricots
1 large shallot, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
1 teaspoon curry powder
1 teaspoon honey
6 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
3 cups baby arugula
1/2 cup toasted pine nuts
2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint

Steps:

  • Combine the rice, vegetable stock and 1/4 teaspoon salt in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil; cover, reduce the heat to low and simmer until the liquid is absorbed and the rice is tender, 40 to 45 minutes. Stir in the apricots and shallot during the last 5 minutes of cooking.
  • Spread the rice in a single layer on a parchment paper-lined rimmed baking sheet to cool to room temperature, about 30 minutes.
  • Make the vinaigrette: Whisk together the vinegar, curry powder, honey, 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Gradually whisk in the olive oil until combined.
  • Transfer the cooled rice to a serving bowl. Add the desired amount of the vinaigrette, then the arugula, pine nuts and mint, and toss to combine. Season with salt and pepper.

CURRIED RICE AND ARTICHOKE SALAD



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This is a family recipe that we make for all of our picnics. The salad is best if made a couple of hours, or even a day, ahead. It can be served warm, but is best served chilled. It is also very good with 2 c. chopped cooked chicken added. I hope you enjoy this as much as we do!

Provided by MeemawB

Categories     < 60 Mins

Time 45m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

10 ounces chicken rice-a-roni
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 (6 ounce) jars marinated artichoke hearts, chopped, reserve liquid
1/2 green bell pepper, diced
4 green onions, chopped both white and green parts
15 pimento-stuffed green olives, sliced thin
1 tablespoon curry powder
1/3 cup mayonnaise (Hellmans works well for this recipe)

Steps:

  • Cook Rice as directed on box, but brown using olive oil, instead of butter.
  • Mix Mayonnaise, curry powder and reserved marinade together, and set aside.
  • Combine cooked Rice-a-Roni, artichoke hearts, olives, green onions and bell pepper.
  • Pour mayonnaise mixture over rice mix.
  • Stir to coat.
  • Refrigerate until serving.
  • Enjoy!

CURRIED RICE SALAD



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This is a refreshing alternative to potato salad. I rely on dishes like this often for open houses or entertaining friends.-Pat Medley, Fayetteville, Arkansas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 35m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

2-1/4 cups water
1 cup uncooked long grain rice
1 tablespoon butter
1 teaspoon salt, optional
1 cup frozen peas, partially cooked
1 cup thinly sliced celery
4 green onions, sliced
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup prepared chutney
1 teaspoon curry powder
Lettuce leaves, optional

Steps:

  • In a saucepan, combine water, rice, butter and salt if desired; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 20-25 minutes or until rice is tender. Cool. Add peas, celery and onions. In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, chutney and curry powder; add to rice mixture and stir well. Serve in a lettuce-lined bowl if desired.

Nutrition Facts :

CURRIED CHICKEN AND RICE SALAD



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Provided by Shula Udoff

Categories     Chicken     Herb     Poultry     Rice     Quick & Easy     Pea     Spring     Bon Appétit

Yield Serves 4 to 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

3/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons olive oil
1 large onion, chopped
2 teaspoons curry powder
2 boneless skinless chicken breast halves, cut crosswise into 1/2-inch-wide strips
4 cups cooked long-grain white rice (about 1 1/3 cups raw), cooled
1 10-ounce package frozen petit peas, thawed
1 7-ounce jar roasted red peppers, drained, chopped
1/2 cup golden raisins or dried currants
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1/4 cup white wine vinegar
2 teaspoons ground cumin

Steps:

  • Heat 2 tablespoons oil in heavy large skillet over medium heat. Add onion and curry powder and sauté 5 minutes. Add chicken and sauté until cooked through, about 4 minutes. Transfer to large bowl and cool. Mix in rice, peas, bell peppers, raisins and cilantro.
  • Whisk remaining 3/4 cup oil, vinegar and cumin in small bowl to blend. Add enough dressing to salad to season to taste; toss well. (Can be prepared 1 day ahead. Cover and refrigerate. Bring to room temperature before serving.)

CURRIED LENTIL, WILD RICE AND ORZO SALAD



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A wonderful salad with a multitude of flavours and textures. If you don't care for currants, raisins or dried apricots work equally well. I use half currants and half apricots in this recipe if I have them both on hand.

Provided by Carrie Ann

Categories     Lentil

Time 1h20m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 20

1/2 cup wild rice
2/3 cup green lentil
1/2 cup orzo pasta
1/2 cup currants
1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
1/4 cup slivered almonds, toasted
1/4 cup white wine vinegar
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
1/4 teaspoon turmeric
1/4 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom
1 pinch cinnamon (a pinch is 1/16 of a teaspoon)
1 pinch clove
1 pinch cayenne pepper
1/3 cup oil

Steps:

  • Cook the wild rice in a large, covered pot of boiling, salted water, for 10 minutes.
  • Add the lentils and boil for 20 minutes.
  • Add the orzo and boil for about 5 minutes, or until just tender.
  • Drain well and transfer to a large bowl.
  • Add the currants and onions and set aside.
  • Dressing: Whisk all ingredients together in a small bowl.
  • Pour over the rice mixture and toss gently.
  • Let the salad cool completely, then cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or better, over night.
  • Sprinkle on the almonds just before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 349.8, Fat 15.2, SaturatedFat 1.9, Sodium 208, Carbohydrate 44.6, Fiber 9.5, Sugar 10, Protein 11

CURRIED RICE SALAD WITH GRAPES



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When buying grapes, look for ones that are plump and firmly attached to the stems, and have smooth unbroken skins.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Salad Recipes

Time 2h30m

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup long-grain brown rice
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon curry powder
Coarse salt
Ground pepper
1/4 cup fresh lime juice
1 cup halved red seedless grapes
1/2 cup chopped fresh mint
1/3 cup chopped roasted cashews

Steps:

  • Rinse rice in a sieve until water runs clear. In a medium saucepan, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil over medium-high heat. Add curry powder; cook 30 seconds. Stir in rice, 2 1/2 cups water, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon ground pepper.
  • Bring to a boil; reduce heat. Cover; simmer gently until rice is tender and has absorbed liquid, about 1 hour. Remove from heat; steam, covered, 10 minutes.
  • Fluff rice with a fork; transfer to a shallow bowl. Stir in lime juice and remaining tablespoon olive oil; season with more salt and pepper. Refrigerate until cool, about 1 hour.
  • Stir in grapes, mint, and cashews.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 225 g, Fat 9 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 4 g

CURRIED RICE AND BEAN SALAD



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Make and share this Curried Rice and Bean Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by PalatablePastime

Categories     Rice

Time 2h15m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 cups cooked brown rice
1 1/2 cups cooked red kidney beans
4 green onions, chopped
1/2 green bell pepper, diced
2 celery ribs, diced
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
1/2 cup plain nonfat yogurt
2 teaspoons curry powder
black pepper (to taste)
salt (to taste)

Steps:

  • Mix yogurt, and curry powder together in a small bowl; season to taste with salt and black pepper.
  • Combine remaining ingredients in a salad bowl.
  • Pour dressing over salad and toss to mix.
  • Marinate salad, refrigerated, for 2 hours, before serving.

CURRIED TUNA RICE SALAD



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Make and share this Curried Tuna Rice Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by cst1996

Categories     Tuna

Time 2h15m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

7 ounces canned tuna (drained)
2 cups cooked rice
1 cup shredded carrot
1 cup diced celery
2 tablespoons chopped onions
1 cup mayonnaise
1 teaspoon curry
2 teaspoons lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Combine mayo,curry,lemon juice and salt. Chill.
  • Combine tuna, rice, carrots,celery and onion.
  • Toss with mayo mixture and chill at least 2 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 432.7, Fat 21.5, SaturatedFat 3.4, Cholesterol 36.1, Sodium 789.6, Carbohydrate 45, Fiber 1.7, Sugar 5.8, Protein 15

CURRIED RICE SALAD



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Categories     Salad     Rice     Side     Vegetarian     Low/No Sugar     Backyard BBQ

Yield 6-8 people

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 1/2 cups Minute Rice
10 oz frozen peas
1 1/2 cups sliced celery
1/4 cup chopped onion (optional)
Dressing:
1/2 cup salad oil
1 tbsp soy sauce
3 tsp vinegar
1 tsp salt
1 tsp celery seed
2 tsp curry
1/2 tsp sugar

Steps:

  • Cook minute rice according to instructions. Cool to room temperature. Add frozen peas and celery. Cover and refrigerate overnight. Combine all dressing ingredients in a coverable container and shake to mix well. Add to rice and combine well.

FRUIT AND NUT CURRIED RICE SALAD



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Serve well chilled for a delicious side dish for a picnic or barbecue dinner. This is an exotic, crunchy salad.

Provided by GREG IN SAN DIEGO

Categories     Coconut

Time 45m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 19

1 1/2 cups rice
3 1/3 cups water
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1 1/2 tablespoons butter
4 medium bananas
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/2 cup diagonally sliced celery
1/2 cup seedless raisin
1/2 cup chopped salted peanuts
2 tablespoons chopped pimiento
1 tablespoon minced chives
3/4 cup mayonnaise
3 tablespoons cream
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon curry powder
1/2 teaspoon dry mustard
1/4 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
crisp salad green
1/4 cup toasted shredded coconut

Steps:

  • Cook rice with water, salt and butter according to package directions.
  • Chill.
  • Cut bananas into 1/2 inch slices.
  • Sprinkle 1 tablespoon lemon juice over banana slices.
  • In a large bowl, combine rice, celery, raisins, peanuts, pimiento and chives.
  • Toss lightly and chill.
  • Combine mayonnaise, cream, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, curry powder, dry mustard and hot pepper sauce.
  • Mix well. Add bananas.
  • Toss all but salad greens.
  • Arrange mixture on crisp salad greens on chilled salad plates.
  • Garnish with toasted coconut and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 430.6, Fat 19.3, SaturatedFat 5.2, Cholesterol 15.2, Sodium 776.4, Carbohydrate 60.7, Fiber 4.1, Sugar 16.1, Protein 7.4

CURRIED CHICKEN RICE SALAD



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About 30 years ago, I got this recipe from a pamphlet at a Visitor's Center just over the Mississippi River from Mississippi into Arkansas. It has been a summer mainstay ever since. The time required assumes you already have cooled cooked rice. Also, I go heavy on the pineapple and use a whole can rather than 1 cup.

Provided by BarbryT

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 2h10m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup raw rice, cooked and cooled
2 cups diced cooked chicken
1 cup diced canned pineapple
1 cup diced celery
1/2 cup diced green pepper
1 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup chopped peach preserves
1 teaspoon curry powder
salt and pepper
1 cup grated cheddar cheese (optional)

Steps:

  • Combine cool rice (make sure it is really cool, otherwise you will end up with Curried Chicken Rice Mush!), chicken, pineapple, celery and green pepper in biggish bowl.
  • Combine peach preserves, mayonnaise and curry powder. Stir into the chicken mixture. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Chill for at least 2-3 hours. Serve topped with grated cheese, or not -- .

CURRIED RICE AND FRUIT SALAD



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Make and share this Curried Rice and Fruit Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by ratherbeswimmin

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 1h5m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 19

2 cups uncooked basmati rice
1 tablespoon peanut oil
1/4 cup chopped green onion
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon curry powder
1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger
1 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
3 1/2 cups water
2 apples, diced
1 1/2 cups well drained crushed pineapple
1/2 cup diced dried apricot
1/4 cup unsweetened flaked coconut
1/4 cup chopped of fresh mint
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
salt and pepper
1/2 cup mango chutney
2 tablespoons fresh squeezed lemon juice
1 teaspoon canola oil
1 teaspoon honey

Steps:

  • Wash rice until water runs clear; drain well.
  • In a saucepan, heat oil over medium heat.
  • Add the green onions, garlic, curry powder, ginger, and rice; sauté for about 4 minutes or until the rice appears dry.
  • Add 1 teaspoon salt and the water.
  • Cover and lower the heat to low; cook at a gentle boil until the rice is tender and the water is absorbed (about 15 minutes).
  • Fluff the rice with a fork; cool.
  • In a big bowl, add the rice, apples, pineapple, apricots, coconut, mint, and cilantro; stir to combine.
  • Dressing: Add all the dressing ingredients to the container of an electric blender; process until smooth.
  • Pour the dressing over the rice mixture; toss to coat.
  • Add salt and pepper to taste; serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 379.1, Fat 7.5, SaturatedFat 2.9, Sodium 401.2, Carbohydrate 74.5, Fiber 5.9, Sugar 21.6, Protein 6.3

CURRIED LENTIL, WILD RICE AND ORZO SALAD



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Categories     Side     Vegetarian

Yield 6 servings 1/2 cup ea

Number Of Ingredients 15

1/2 c wild rice
2/3 c green or brown lentils
1/2 c orzo pasta
1/2 c currants
1/4 c finely chopped red onion
1/3 c silvered almonds toasted
Dressing:
1/4 c white wine vinegar
1tsp ground cumin
1 tsp dijon mustard
1/2 tsp each granualted sugar, salt ground coriander
1/4 tsp each turmeric, paprika, nutmeg & ground cardamon
pinch cinnamon, ground cloves & cayenne
1/3 c vegetable oil
(tip: reduce prep time by substituting 1 tbsp mild curry paste for spices)

Steps:

  • In large pot of boiling salted water, cover & cook wild rice for 35 minutes or until tender. In 2nd pot cook lentils 25minutes until tender. In 3rd pot cook orzo 5 minutes until tender. Drain rice, lentils and orzo; transfer to a large bowl. Add currants & onion and set aside. Dressing: in small bowl, whisk together vinegar, mustard & spices; whisk in oil. Pour over rice mixture & toss gently. Let salad cool; cover and refrigerate for 4 hours. (Make-ahead & refrigerate for up to 2 days) To serve, sprinkle with almonds.

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