Raisin Rice and Carrot Salad
Brighten up your table with this fresh and vibrant Raisin Rice and Carrot Salad—a perfect balance of wholesome grains, sweet and savory notes, and refreshing citrus. Fluffy basmati rice forms the base of this dish, paired with finely grated carrots, plump raisins, and a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a pop of color and flavor. A zesty dressing of olive oil, lemon juice, and honey ties everything together, delivering a light yet satisfying side dish that's perfect for picnics, potlucks, or meal prep. Ready in just 35 minutes and served best at room temperature, this easy-to-make salad offers a delicious blend of textures and flavors that will brighten any occasion!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup basmati rice
- 2 cups water
- 2 medium carrots
- 0.5 cup raisins
- 0.25 cup fresh parsley
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Rinse the basmati rice under cold water until the water runs clear. This helps remove excess starch and prevents the rice from becoming sticky.
In a medium saucepan, bring 2 cups of water to a boil. Add the rice, reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan, and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the rice is tender and all the water is absorbed.
While the rice is cooking, peel and grate the carrots into fine shreds and set aside.
Chop the fresh parsley finely and set aside.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, fresh lemon juice, honey, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
Once the rice is done cooking, transfer it to a large mixing bowl and allow it to cool slightly for about 10 minutes.
Add the grated carrots, raisins, and chopped parsley to the rice. Pour the dressing over the mixture.
Toss the ingredients gently until everything is evenly coated with the dressing.
Taste the salad and adjust seasoning with additional salt or lemon juice, if desired.
Serve the salad at room temperature or refrigerate it for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
949 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 43.5 g | 56% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.9 g | 34% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1319 mg | 57% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 135.6 g | 49% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.8 g | 31% | |
| Total Sugars | 65.2 g | ||
| Protein | 11.6 g | 23% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 168 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 6.0 mg | 33% | |
| Potassium | 1254 mg | 27% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
