Rice Salad

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Servings: 4 servings Difficulty: Intermediate
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Aromatic Indian-style spiced rice salad with warm spices and fresh onion
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Rice Salad

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 4 servings Calories: 168.2

Description

This aromatic Indian-style rice salad offers a comforting yet vibrant twist on traditional side dishes. Infused with the warm, earthy notes of black peppercorns, whole cloves, and crushed green cardamom pods, this dish delivers a complex flavor profile that is both soothing and exciting. The gentle sweetness of caramelized onions balances the pungent spices, while a bay leaf adds a subtle herbal backdrop. Ideal for lunch boxes, picnic spreads, or as a light, flavorful accompaniment to main courses, this vegetarian recipe is simple to prepare using pantry staples. The result is a fragrant, cohesive salad that retains its texture and flavor, making it a reliable favorite for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Rinse rice thoroughly and cook according to package instructions until fluffy and tender; let cool completely.
  2. Melt butter in a medium skillet over medium heat.
  3. Add black peppercorns, whole cloves, crushed cardamom pods, and bay leaf to the melted butter; toast for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  4. Add the chopped onion to the skillet and saut&# 195;© until soft and translucent, about 5-7 minutes.
  5. Remove skillet from heat and discard the bay leaf.
  6. Transfer the cooled cooked rice into a large mixing bowl.
  7. Pour the spiced onion and butter mixture over the rice.
  8. Gently toss everything together to ensure the rice is evenly coated with the spices and butter.
  9. Let the salad sit for 10 minutes to allow flavors to meld before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4 servings

Amount Per Serving
Calories 168.2kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 8.4g13%
Saturated Fat 4.2g22%
Cholesterol 16.1mg6%
Sodium 58.5mg3%
Total Carbohydrate 27.2g10%
Dietary Fiber 9.7g39%
Sugars 3.9g
Protein 3.5g8%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: indian, rice, salad, spiced, vegetarian, cardamom, cloves, peppercorns, onion, bay leaf, side dish, lunch, picnic, fragrant, easy, pantry staples, warm spices, healthy, quick, meal prep
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