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Crispy Rice Salad

Crispy Rice Salad: A Flavorful Twist on Quick Meals

Crispy Rice Salad combines crunchy jasmine rice and fresh vegetables with a delicious peanut sesame dressing, making it a perfect quick meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Crispy Rice Salad Ingredients
  • 2 cups Jasmine Rice day-old rice preferred
  • 2 tablespoons Sesame Oil hot before adding rice
  • 2 tablespoons Soy Sauce or Tamari tamari is gluten-free
  • 1 tablespoon Chili Crisp adjust to taste
  • 2 cups Mixed Vegetables (Cabbage, Cucumber, Red Bell Pepper, Carrot, Sugar Snap Peas, Green Onions) feel free to use any crunchy veggies
  • 3 tablespoons Peanut Butter or Tahini can substitute with almond or sunflower seed butter
  • 2 tablespoons Rice Vinegar for acidity
  • 1 tablespoon Lime Juice for brightness
  • 1 tablespoon Honey or agave syrup for vegan option
  • 1 teaspoon Ginger grated for better texture
  • 2 tablespoons Toasted Sesame Seeds for garnish

Equipment

  • Air Fryer
  • Mixing bowl
  • Cooking Tray

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Crispy Rice Salad
  1. Preheat your air fryer or oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare trays with parchment paper.
  2. Mix day-old jasmine rice with sesame oil, soy sauce or tamari, and chili crisp in a bowl until coated.
  3. Spread the seasoned rice mixture in a thin layer on the tray, keeping some clumps intact.
  4. Cook in the air fryer for 16-18 minutes or 40 minutes in the oven until golden brown, stirring halfway through.
  5. Whisk together dressing ingredients: sesame oil, peanut butter, soy sauce, rice vinegar, lime juice, honey, chili crisp, and ginger until smooth.
  6. Allow the rice to cool, then gently break apart any large clumps with a fork.
  7. In a large bowl, combine cooled crispy rice with fresh vegetables.
  8. Drizzle the peanut sesame dressing over the salad and toss to coat evenly.
  9. Serve immediately, garnished with toasted sesame seeds.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 10gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 400mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 5gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For optimal crispiness, always use day-old rice. Dress the salad just before serving to keep vegetables fresh.

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