Zesty Lime Rice Salad

Lime rice salad is a popular dish in Mexican cuisine and is often served as a side dish with grilled meats or as a filling for burritos.

This is vegan and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 45 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 9.

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Zesty Lime Rice Salad

Cooking Method: Boiling, Mixing Cuisine: American, Mexican Courses: Lunch, Salad, Side Dish Recipe Keys: Gluten Free Vegan

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 20 min Rest Time 10 min Total Time 45 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1000

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1 cup Basmati Rice
• 4 tablespoon Lime Juice
• 2 tablespoon Olive Oil
• 1 small Red Bell Pepper
• 1 small Green Bell Pepper
• 1 medium Red Onion
• 1 cup Fresh Cilantro
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black Pepper

Instructions

1. Cook the basmati rice according to package instructions.
2. In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper.
3. In a large mixing bowl, combine cooked rice, diced red bell pepper, diced green bell pepper, diced red onion, and chopped fresh cilantro.
4. Pour the lime dressing over the rice mixture and toss to combine.
5. Let the salad rest for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
6. Serve the zesty lime rice salad chilled or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 250kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 8g13%

Total Carbohydrate 40g14%

Sugars 2g

Protein 5g10%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.