Recipe

Black Rice and Almond Salad

By: 

Robin Asbell

Recipe Information

Total Time: 

35 minutes, 20 minutes active

Servings: 

4

Black rice is a nice change from brown, adding some drama to the plate, as well as a uniquely sweet and earthy flavor. For a little more crunch, add a cup of shelled edamame, and call it a meal.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup black rice
  • 1 1/2 cups water
  • 4 scallion, sliced
  • 1 large carrot, julienned
  • 1 rib celery, chopped
  • 1 small red bell pepper, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 2 tablespoons tamari
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1/2 cup sliced almonds, toasted

Preparation

  1. Bring the water to a boil in a small saucepan, then add the black rice. Return to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cook for 25 minutes, then check to see if the water is all absorbed. If not, cook for about 5 minutes more. Let stand, covered, for 5 minutes to finish steaming
  2. In a large bowl, combine the scallion, carrot, celery and red bell pepper. In a small bowl, whisk the honey, tamari, rice vinegar and oil. Add the cooled rice to the veggies, drizzle the tamari mixture over it, and toss to mix. Transfer to a serving bowl and sprinkle with the almonds. Serve at room temperature, or chill and serve cold.

Nutritional Information

263 calories, 21 g. fat, 0 mg. cholesterol, 386 mg. sodium, 52 g. carbohydrate, 6 g. fiber, 6 g. protein

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