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Crispy Rice Salad With Veggies

Crispy Rice Salad With Veggies: Your New Favorite Flavor Burst

Crispy Rice Salad With Veggies is a delightful fusion of spices and fresh ingredients, perfect for meal prep and bursting with flavor.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Rice Base
  • 4 cups Pre-cooked Rice Leftover brown rice is preferred
  • 2 tablespoons Chili Garlic Sauce Can substitute with sriracha for less heat
  • 2 tablespoons Chili Crunch Oil Regular chili oil can be used
  • 2 tablespoons Sesame Oil Use olive oil for a sesame-free option
  • 3 tablespoons Soy Sauce Tamari for gluten-free alternative
  • 1 Juice Lime Use fresh juice for the best flavor
For the Veggies
  • 2 mini Cucumbers Regular cucumbers can also be used
  • 2 Avocados Nut butter for extra creaminess is an alternative
  • 1 Red Bell Pepper Any bell pepper works
  • 2 stalks Green Onions Can be replaced with chives
  • 2 cups Red Cabbage Green cabbage as a substitute
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Peanuts Sunflower seeds for a nut-free version
  • 1 cup Edamame Replace with green peas if desired
  • 1/4 cup Basil Alternatively use mint or parsley
  • 1/4 cup Cilantro
For the Dressing
  • 1/2 cup Peanut Butter Sunflower seed butter for nut-free
  • 1/4 cup Olive Oil Extra virgin gives the best flavor
  • 2 tablespoons Rice Vinegar Apple cider vinegar as an alternative
  • 2 cloves Garlic Garlic powder can be used in a pinch
  • 1 tablespoon Maple Syrup Agave syrup or honey for non-vegan
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Ginger Ground ginger is acceptable

Equipment

  • oven
  • mixing bowl
  • baking sheet
  • food processor

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine cooled pre-cooked rice with chili garlic sauce, chili crunch oil, sesame oil, soy sauce, and the juice of half a lime.
  3. Spread the seasoned rice mixture onto a baking sheet and bake for about 25-35 minutes, stirring halfway through.
  4. While the rice is baking, chop the mini cucumbers, avocados, red bell pepper, green onions, and red cabbage into bite-sized pieces and combine with peanuts, edamame, basil, and cilantro.
  5. For the dressing, blend together peanut butter, olive oil, rice vinegar, minced garlic, juice of the other half of lime, toasted sesame oil, soy sauce, maple syrup, and grated ginger until smooth.
  6. Remove the rice from the oven and let it cool slightly before adding it to the bowl of chopped vegetables. Drizzle with dressing and toss to combine.
  7. Serve fresh or store in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-5 days.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 62gProtein: 12gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 6gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 40mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Cool the rice completely before baking for maximum crispiness. Store the dressing separately for best results.

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