RICE AND SPINACH SALAD
My friend Nancy served this salad at a backyard barbeque years ago, and I had to have the recipe. I've been making it ever since and it's always a hit. I often make it a day ahead and then bring it to room temperature and add the nuts just before serving.
Provided by NiteOwl
Categories White Rice
Time 30m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Cook rice in salted water according to package directions, then let cool.
- Thaw spinach and squeeze out the water.
- Toast almonds in a 250-300 degree oven till light brown.
- Combine dressing ingredients in a jar or cruet and shake well to combine.
- Toss together cooled rice, spinach and onions.
- Add dressing and mix well.
- Refrigerate several hours or overnight to combine flavors.
- Add toasted nuts just before serving.
- Can be served cold, but it's better at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 408.6, Fat 23.3, SaturatedFat 1.8, Sodium 374, Carbohydrate 43.4, Fiber 4, Sugar 1.9, Protein 7.6
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