Best Flavorful Rice Salad Recipes

FLAVORFUL RICE SALAD

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"I started with a basic bean, rice and onion medley and added veggies and a lighter dressing to make it healthier. You can substitute brown rice for the long grain if you like." -Kim Cook, Dade City, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
1-1/2 cups cold cooked long grain rice
1-1/2 cups chopped fresh tomatoes (about 4 medium)
4 green onions, chopped
1 celery rib, chopped
1/2 cup chopped fresh spinach
2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro
1/2 cup fat-free Italian salad dressing
1 cup (4 ounces) crumbled feta cheese

Steps:

In a large bowl, combine the beans, rice, tomatoes, onions, celery, spinach and cilantro. Drizzle with dressing; toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour., Just before serving, sprinkle with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 181 calories, Fat 3g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 11mg cholesterol, Sodium 617mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 9g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

FLAVORFUL CRANBERRY RICE SALAD

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I came up with the recipe because I wanted something different to take to picnics beside potato or macaroni salad. It goes great with grilled chicken or fish.-Jennifer Addotta, New Freedom, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 1h

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

1/2 cup uncooked long grain rice
1/2 cup uncooked brown rice
1 celery rib, thinly sliced
1 small red onion, finely chopped
1/4 cup dried cranberries
3 tablespoons fat-free mayonnaise
4-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh parsley
4-1/2 teaspoons olive oil
1 tablespoon lemon juice
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 cup slivered almonds
1/2 teaspoon paprika

Steps:

Cook long grain rice and brown rice according to package directions. Transfer to a large bowl; cool. Add the celery, onion and cranberries., In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, parsley, oil, lemon juice, garlic, salt and pepper. Stir into rice mixture. Cover and refrigerate until chilled. , Just before serving, stir in almonds and sprinkle with paprika.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 191 calories, Fat 6g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 1mg cholesterol, Sodium 267mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges