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Crispy Rice Salad

A refreshing and colorful salad featuring layers of crispy rice and vibrant vegetables, perfect for a light meal or side dish.
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Course: Salad
Cuisine: Global
Keyword: crispy rice salad, refreshing salad, healthy recipes, vegetarian dishes
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 220kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 cups cooked rice preferably day-old
  • 1 cup diced cucumber
  • 1 cup diced bell peppers red and yellow
  • 1 cup diced tomatoes
  • 1/2 cup chopped red onion
  • 1 cup mixed herbs parsley, cilantro, mint
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Crispy rice for topping

Instructions

  • Cook the rice a day in advance and refrigerate to firm it up.
  • In a large bowl, combine the diced cucumber, bell peppers, tomatoes, and red onion.
  • Add the cooled, cooked rice to the bowl.
  • Drizzle olive oil and lemon juice over the mixture.
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Toss the ingredients gently to mix evenly.
  • Layer the salad in a serving dish, starting with rice at the bottom.
  • Add a layer of the vegetable mixture on top of the rice.
  • Repeat the layers until all ingredients are used.
  • Top with crispy rice and mixed herbs for garnish.

Nutrition

Calories: 220kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 10g | Fiber: 2g