Salade de Riz

Salade de Riz is a vibrant French salad that combines fluffy rice with fresh vegetables and a zesty dressing, making it a perfect refreshing dish. This Halal version is not only tasty but also nutritious, ideal for a light meal or as a side dish.

Ingredients

• Basmati rice - 100 grams
• Cucumber - 1 medium, diced
• Cherry tomatoes - 150 grams, halved
• Red bell pepper - 1 medium, diced
• Green onion - 2, chopped
• Fresh parsley - 20 grams, chopped
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Feta cheese - 50 grams, crumbled (optional)

Steps

1. Rinse the basmati rice under cold water until the water runs clear. In a pot, combine the rinsed rice with 200 ml of water and a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes until the water is absorbed.
2. While the rice is cooking, prepare the vegetables: dice the cucumber, red bell pepper, and halve the cherry tomatoes. Chop the green onions and parsley.
3. In a large bowl, combine the diced cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red bell pepper, green onions, and parsley.
4. Once the rice is done, fluff it with a fork and let it cool for a few minutes before adding it to the bowl with the vegetables.
5. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
6. Pour the dressing over the rice and vegetable mixture and toss gently to combine all the ingredients. If using, sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese on top.
7. Serve immediately or refrigerate for 30 minutes for a chilled salad.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 8 g
• Carbs: 45 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 200 mg
• Cholesterol: 15 mg
• Total Fat: 14 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins and antioxidants from fresh vegetables.
• Provides a good source of carbohydrates for energy.

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