Yummy Rice a Roni Salad
Elevate your salad game with this vibrant and flavorful Yummy Rice-A-Roni Salad! Perfect as a side dish or a light meal, this recipe combines tender, savory Rice-A-Roni with crisp vegetables like celery, red bell peppers, and green onions for a delightful crunch in every bite. A creamy, tangy dressing made with mayonnaise and freshly squeezed lemon juice ties it all together, while toasted almonds and fresh parsley add depth and a touch of elegance. Ready in just 35 minutes and chilled to perfection, this easy-to-make salad is ideal for potlucks, barbecues, or a refreshing lunch. Bursting with texture and flavor, this chilled rice salad will quickly become a household favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 box Rice-A-Roni (chicken-flavored or any preferred flavor)
- 2 cups Water
- 2 tablespoons Butter (or oil)
- 0.5 cup Mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 3 stalks Green onions (sliced thinly)
- 2 stalks Celery (diced small)
- 1 Red bell pepper (diced small)
- 0.25 cup Sliced almonds (toasted)
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (chopped)
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Prepare the Rice-A-Roni according to the package instructions using the water and butter. Once cooked, transfer it to a large bowl to cool completely.
In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper until the dressing is smooth and well combined. Set aside.
Once the Rice-A-Roni has cooled, add the green onions, celery, red bell pepper, sliced almonds, and parsley to the bowl.
Pour the prepared dressing over the Rice-A-Roni mixture and gently toss everything together until evenly coated.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or transfer the salad to an airtight container. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld together.
Before serving, give the salad a quick stir and adjust the seasoning with additional salt or pepper, if needed.
Serve chilled as a side dish or enjoy it on its own as a light meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1546 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 128.9 g | 165% | |
| Saturated Fat | 24.5 g | 123% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 180 mg | 60% | |
| Sodium | 2510 mg | 109% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 89.1 g | 32% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.8 g | 31% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.7 g | ||
| Protein | 15.1 g | 30% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 222 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 4.6 mg | 26% | |
| Potassium | 926 mg | 20% | |
*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.
