| Rice Salad with Peanuts and Vegetables | ||||||
| I made this salad up when I had last minute guests for the 4th. I just took what I had on hand, pulled herbs from my garden, and voila! Instant Salad! | ||||||
| Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups converted rice 3 1/3 cups water 2 Tblsp olive oil 1 cup dry roasted and salted peanuts 1 lb. frozen mixed vegetables 2 green onions Dressing |
Directions: Dressing: Mix all the ingredients except the oils, then whisking the mixture, add the oil until emulsifies. Set aside. I always recommend tasting any vinaigrette, and add oil and vinegar to your liking. Some like more vinegar, some like less vinegar. Salad: Bring water to a boil, and add the oil and rice. Give it a mix, and cover tightly, cooking over medium heat for 10 minutes. After 10 minutes, add the frozen vegetables. Give it a good mix, and cover again. Cook it for the remaining 10 minutes. Then take off the heat and keep covered for an additional 5 minutes. Let the mixture cool completely, and add the green onion. Toss in the dressing, mixing constantly. Add the nuts, and refrigerate for 3-4 hours. Serve cool. |
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