Ingredients
Rice Salad:
- 1/2 cup sliced almonds
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken stock
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 cups brown basmati rice, rinsed
- 3/4 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
- 1 medium orange, zested
- 1 lemon, zested
- 1 cup thinly sliced green onions
Vinaigrette:
- 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 1/4 cup fresh orange juice
- 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (about 1 lemon)
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Directions
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.















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By Dani Mauer
Ft Myers, FL
on May 29, 2013
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This recipe was just ok. I made another recipe for citrus rice salad and it called for way too much onion. I thought this one would be better, but still too much onion for my taste and my husband. He didn't care for it at all. I would not make this again.
By S-train
Atlanta, GA
on March 08, 2013
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I LOVE this recipe. The first time I made it was about 3 years ago and since then it has become a summer staple. My family loves it and every time I bring it to a picnic or party it gets great reviews. Thanks Giada!
By megsi54
Creve Coeur, MO
on October 09, 2012
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Lovely recipe Giada! Didn't have green onions on hand the second time around so subbed with grated carrots, dare I say it was even better!!! Hubby & 2 yr old loved it, so this is a go-to recipe for me now :
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