BUFFET VEGETABLE RICE SALAD

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"This chilled rice and ham salad goes well with barbecue dinners," suggests Josie Varro of Coquitlam, British Columbia. "The green pepper, radishes and cucumber add color and crunch while complementing the herbed vinaigrette."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 17

Ingredients

1 cup uncooked instant rice
1/3 cup canola oil
3 tablespoons white vinegar
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 garlic clove, minced
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1-1/2 cups frozen peas, thawed
1 cup cubed fully cooked lean ham
1 cup sliced radishes
1 small green pepper, diced
1/2 cup chopped cucumber
1/2 cup chopped green onions
1/4 cup minced fresh parsley
10 cherry tomatoes, halved

Steps:

Cook rice according to package directions. Cool to room temperature. For dressing, in a small bowl, combine the oil, vinegar, oregano, mustard, garlic, salt and pepper. , In a large bowl, combine the rice, beans, peas, ham, radishes, green pepper, cucumber, onions and parsley. Just before serving, add dressing and toss to coat. Top with tomatoes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 155 calories, Fat 7g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 4mg cholesterol, Sodium 287mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 6g protein. Diabetic Exchanges