Orange Vinaigrette Brown Rice Salad Recipes

CITRUS RICE SALAD

Steps:

• For the Rice Salad:
• Place an oven rack in the center of the oven. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Arrange the almonds in a single layer on a baking sheet. Bake for 5 to 6 minutes until lightly golden. Cool completely, about 15 minutes
• In a medium saucepan, bring the chicken stock, salt and oil to a boil over medium-high heat Stir in the rice. Cover the saucepan, reduce the heat, and simmer until all the liquid has been absorbed and the rice is tender, about 40 minutes. Remove the pan from the heat and let sit for 5 minutes. Using a fork, fluff the rice and place in a large serving bowl. Add the parsley, orange zest, half of the lemon zest, green onions, and 1/4 cup of the almonds. Toss well.
• For the Vinaigrette:
• In a blender, combine the olive oil, orange juice, lemon juice, soy sauce, honey, and cumin. Blend until smooth. Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
• Pour the vinaigrette over the rice mixture and stir well. Season with salt and pepper, to taste. Garnish with the remaining lemon zest and almonds.

BROWN RICE SALAD WITH CITRUS-THAI BASIL VINAIGRETTE

Steps:

• Combine rice and vegetables in a large bowl. Add the vinaigrette and stir to combine. Let the salad sit at room temperature for 30 minutes before serving. Garnish with desired herbs.
• Combine all ingredients in a blender and blend for 1 minute

ORANGE VINAIGRETTE BROWN RICE SALAD

Steps:

• In large saucepan combine rice and water.
• cook over high heat until mixture boils.
• reduce heat to low and cover and cook 45-60 mins or until rice has absorbed all liquid.
• Place in a bowl.
• Mean while, in a small bowl whisk the orange juice, oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, orange zest and salt.
• pour dressing over the hot cooked rice and mix well.
• cover and chill till cold.
• just before serving stir in the spinach leaves, oranges, and onions, into the rice mixture.

BROWN AND WILD RICE SALAD

Steps:

• In a large bowl, combine the rice, onion, cranberries, pecans and parsley. In a small bowl, whisk together the oil, vinegar, honey, salt and pepper. Pour over salad and toss to coat.