Best Mixed Rice Salad Recipes

MIXED BEAN & WILD RICE SALAD

Steps:

• Cook rice following pack instructions. Once cooked, rinse under cold water to cool down. Once cold combine in a bowl with the beans, sweetcorn, onion and red peppers.
• Mix the lime zest and juice, honey and chilli. Pour over the rice mixture and mix well, then season to taste. Stir through the coriander leaves just before serving.

MIXED RICE SALAD

Steps:

• In a medium saucepan, combine the wild rice, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 3 cups cold water. Bring to a boil, covered, over medium-high heat. Reduce heat to low, and simmer, uncovered, until the rice is cooked, about 45 minutes. Strain rice through a sieve, and discard water. Transfer rice to a large bowl, and set aside.
• Meanwhile, in another medium saucepan, combine white rice, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1 1/2 cups cold water. Bring to a boil, covered, over medium-high heat. Reduce heat to low; simmer until rice is cooked and water is absorbed, about 15 minutes. Leave covered until wild rice is ready. Combine with wild rice, and stir in celery, scallions, and herbs.
• In a medium skillet, heat the oil over medium heat. Add almonds and remaining 2 teaspoons salt; cook, stirring, until toasted, about 2 minutes. Pour into rice mixture. Stir in vinegar, lemon juice, and pepper. Serve at room temperature.

MIXED BEAN AND WILD RICE SALAD

Steps:

• In a large bowl, combine all salad ingredients together.
• Whisk together all the dressing ingredients in a small bowl and pour over the salad.
• Toss to coat.
• Refrigerate for an hour for best flavor but this salad can be served immediately.