Rice N Peach Salad
Brighten up your mealtime with this refreshing Rice N Peach Salad, a perfect fusion of sweet, savory, and tangy flavors! This vibrant dish combines fluffy basmati rice with juicy fresh peaches, crisp cucumber, and a pop of red onion, all tied together with a zesty lime-honey dressing. Fresh herbs like mint and cilantro elevate the flavor profile, while toasted almond slices add a delightful crunch. Ready in just 35 minutes, this chilled salad is not only quick and easy to make but also ideal for summer picnics, potlucks, or a light and healthy lunch. Whether you’re searching for a unique rice salad recipe or a creative way to use seasonal peaches, this dish is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup basmati rice
- 2 cups water
- 3 medium fresh peaches
- 1 medium cucumber
- 0.5 small red onion
- 0.25 cup fresh mint leaves
- 0.25 cup fresh cilantro
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 cup toasted almond slices
Instructions
Rinse the basmati rice under cold water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch.
In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed rice with 2 cups of water. Bring to a boil, reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15–20 minutes until the rice is tender and the water is absorbed.
Once cooked, fluff the rice with a fork and allow it to cool completely by spreading it on a baking sheet or a wide platter.
While the rice is cooling, dice the peaches into bite-sized pieces, and chop the cucumber into small cubes. Finely dice the red onion.
Roughly chop the mint leaves and cilantro, and set them aside.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lime juice, honey, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled rice, diced peaches, cucumber, red onion, mint, and cilantro. Pour the dressing over the mixture and gently toss until everything is evenly coated.
Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 15–20 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Before serving, sprinkle the toasted almond slices over the top for a crunchy finish.
Serve chilled and enjoy your Rice N Peach Salad!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
961 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 45.2 g | 58% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.7 g | 29% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1213 mg | 53% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 134.2 g | 49% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.5 g | 66% | |
| Total Sugars | 54.7 g | ||
| Protein | 22.6 g | 45% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 399 mg | 31% | |
| Iron | 12.1 mg | 67% | |
| Potassium | 1997 mg | 42% | |
*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.
