5 from 21 votes
Curried Rice Salad with Orange
Curried Rice Salad with Orange offers a fragrant blend of brown rice, fresh herbs, dried fruit, and pistachios dressed in a citrusy curry vinaigrette. The textures range from tender rice to crunchy nuts and chewy currants, balanced by a slightly sweet and tangy orange-curry dressing. It’s a versatile salad that can be served immediately or chilled to deepen flavors.
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
35 mins
Total Time
45 mins
Servings:
5
(1-cup servings)
Calories:
256 kcal
Course:
Side Dish, Salad
Cuisine:
Indian, Vegan, gluten-free
Ingredients
- 1 cup long-grain brown rice (jasmine or basmati)
- 3 green onions
- 1/3 cup cilantro fresh
- 1/2 cup currants (or raisins)
- 1/3 cup pistachios shelled
For the orange-curry dressing:
- 1/3 cup orange juice about 1 orange, fresh
- 1 Tbsp. curry powder
- 1 1/2 Tbsp. pure maple syrup
- 1 Tbsp. rice vinegar unseasoned
- 1/2 tsp. orange zest (optional)
- 1/4 tsp. salt
Instructions
- Rinse and cook rice according to package instructions.*
- Meanwhile, make the dressing: Add all dressing ingredients to a small bowl and whisk to combine. Set aside.
- Slice green onions and roughly chop cilantro, large stems removed. Place in a medium/large mixing bowl. Add currants and pistachios.
- When rice is cooked, add to bowl. Pour dressing over top and stir well.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for at least an hour to let flavors mellow and further combine.
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Notes
- Use 1 cup rice with 1 3/4 cups water; simmer covered for 35-40 minutes until tender.
- Curry powder can be reduced to soften the flavor; "Simply Organic" brand works well.
- Salad makes about 5 cups and can be prepared a day ahead.
- Store refrigerated for 2-3 days; add fresh orange juice before serving to refresh.
Nutrition Information
Calories
256kcal
(13%)
Carbohydrates
49g
(16%)
Protein
6g
(12%)
Fat
5g
(8%)
Saturated Fat
1g
(5%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
2g
(12%)
Monounsaturated Fat
2g
(10%)
Potassium
368mg
(8%)
Fiber
3g
(12%)
Sugar
15g
(30%)
Vitamin A
220IU
(4%)
Vitamin C
11mg
(12%)
Calcium
50mg
(5%)
Iron
2mg
(11%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 5 (1-cup servings)
Amount Per Serving
Calories 256
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 256kcal | 13% |
| Carbohydrates | 49g | 16% |
| Protein | 6g | 12% |
| Fat | 5g | 8% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Potassium | 368mg | 8% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 15g | 30% |
| Vitamin A | 220IU | 4% |
| Vitamin C | 11mg | 12% |
| Calcium | 50mg | 5% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.