Thai Harvest Red Rice Salad

Bursting with vibrant flavors and wholesome ingredients, Thai Harvest Red Rice Salad is a colorful celebration of Thai-inspired cuisine that seamlessly blends fresh and nutty textures. Featuring earthy red rice as the hearty base, this salad is embellished with crisp diced red bell peppers, shredded carrots, and cooling cucumbers, while scallions and cilantro add aromatic layers. A zesty, homemade dressing made with lime juice, soy sauce, sesame oil, honey, garlic, ginger, and a hint of red chili flakes ties it all together, delivering a harmonious balance of tangy, sweet, and spicy flavors. Roasted peanuts lend a satisfying crunch to every bite, making it the perfect dish for a light, nutritious lunch or a vibrant side at your next gathering. Serve it chilled or at room temperature to truly savor the fresh, bold tastes! Ideal for anyone seeking a healthy, plant-forward recipe, this salad is a standout choice for meal prep or easy entertaining.

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup red rice
• 2 cups water
• 1 large red bell pepper
• 1 large carrot
• 1 small cucumber
• 3 stalks scallions
• 0.5 cup cilantro leaves
• 0.25 cup roasted peanuts
• 3 tablespoons lime juice
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 1 teaspoon honey
• 1 clove garlic
• 1 teaspoon ginger
• 0.5 teaspoon red chili flakes

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the red rice under cold water until the water runs clear. In a medium saucepan, combine 1 cup of red rice with 2 cups of water. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 35-40 minutes or until the rice is tender and most of the water is absorbed. Let the rice cool completely.

Step 2

While the rice cooks, prepare the vegetables. Dice the red bell pepper, shred the carrot, and finely chop the cucumber. Slice the scallions thinly, and roughly chop the cilantro leaves.

Step 3

In a small bowl, prepare the dressing. Whisk together lime juice, soy sauce, sesame oil, honey, minced garlic, grated ginger, and red chili flakes until well combined.

Step 4

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled red rice, diced vegetables, scallions, cilantro, and roasted peanuts. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat all the ingredients evenly.

Step 5

Taste the salad and adjust seasoning if needed, adding more lime juice, soy sauce, or chili flakes to suit your preference.

Step 6

Serve the salad chilled or at room temperature as a main dish or a side. Enjoy the vibrant flavors of this Thai-inspired harvest salad!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1359.8 grams (1359.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1254

Total Fat 39.40g	51%
Saturated Fat 5.40g	27%
Polyunsaturated Fat 11.50g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1285mg	56%
Total Carbohydrate 199.80g	73%
Dietary Fiber 23.70g	85%
Total Sugars 20.70g
Protein 37.80g	76%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 243mg	19%
Iron 9mg	49%
Potassium 1924mg	41%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 27.2%

Protein: 11.6%

Carbs: 61.2%