Mexican Rice Salad

Why you'll love it:

This Rice Salad is filled with fresh Mexican flavors and lots of good for you veggies. Have it as a side dish or add some protein to serve it as a main dish!

FRESH  & EASY! 

What you need:

Long-grain white rice

Dressing: lime zest and juice, extra virgin olive oil, honey, garlic & ground cumin

Veggies: cherry tomatoes, fresh jalapeño, avocado and fresh cilantro

Bring 2 cups water to a boil in a medium saucepan. Stir in rice and salt and return to a boil over medium-high heat.

1

Cook

Remove from heat and let steam, covered, for 5 minutes. Then spread onto a rimmed baking sheet. Let rice cool completely then transfer to a large bowl.

2

Cool

On a separate bowl, whisk the oil, honey, garlic, cumin, 1/2 tsp kosher salt, 1/2 tsp pepper, lime zest and remaining lime juice. Drizzle the dressing over the rice.

3

Make

Add the tomatoes, avocado, jalapeño and cilantro. Toss to combine. Taste for salt & pepper and add more if needed.

4

Add

 When ready to serve top with chopped cilantro (optional)

5

Serve

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Provecho!