Name: Crispy Rice Salad with Fresh Vegetables and Lime-Drenched Dressing Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 20 min
Cuisine: Asian Fusion
Ingredients: 1 cup rice (white, brown, or jasmine); 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 cucumber, diced; 1 carrot, julienned; 1 bell pepper, diced; 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced; 1/2 cup shelled edamame; 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped; 2 tablespoons lime juice; 2 tablespoons soy sauce or tamari

Description

A vibrant and refreshing Crispy Rice Salad featuring golden toasted rice combined with fresh veggies and a tangy lime-soy dressing. Perfect as a light meal or a colorful side dish, this salad balances crispy texture with fresh crunch and zesty flavors.

Ingredients

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Rice

1 cup rice (white, brown, or jasmine)
2 tablespoons olive oil

Vegetables & Fresh Ingredients

1 cucumber, diced
1 carrot, julienned
1 bell pepper, diced
1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
1/2 cup shelled edamame
1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped

Dressing

2 tablespoons lime juice
2 tablespoons soy sauce or tamari

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Instructions

Heat the Pan: Place a frying pan over medium heat and add the olive oil to warm up, preparing for toasting the rice.
Toast the Rice: Add the uncooked rice to the pan and cook, stirring occasionally, for 5 to 7 minutes until the rice turns golden brown and develops a crispy texture.
Prepare the Salad Bowl: While the rice is toasting, get a large bowl ready to combine the salad ingredients.
Combine Vegetables: Add the diced cucumber, julienned carrot, diced bell pepper, thinly sliced red onion, shelled edamame, and chopped cilantro into the salad bowl.
Add Crispy Rice: Once the rice is toasted and crispy, transfer it into the salad bowl with the vegetables and gently toss everything together.
Add Dressing: Drizzle the lime juice and soy sauce or tamari over the salad, then toss again to evenly coat all ingredients with the flavorful dressing.
Serve: Serve immediately as a light meal or side dish. Garnish with additional fresh cilantro if desired.

Notes

You can use white, brown, or jasmine rice—choose your preference for texture and flavor.
For a gluten-free option, use tamari instead of soy sauce.
Serve the salad immediately to maintain the crispiness of the toasted rice.
Feel free to add your favorite herbs or a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds for extra flavor.
You can prepare the vegetables in advance, but toast the rice and combine just before serving for the best texture.