Citrus Rice Salad with Parmesan

Brighten up your table with this refreshing Citrus Rice Salad with Parmesan, a vibrant dish that effortlessly blends zesty citrus flavors with savory Parmesan and crunchy toasted almonds. Fluffy white rice serves as the base, infused with a tangy dressing made from fresh orange and lemon juice, olive oil, and a touch of honey. Aromatic herbs like parsley and mint add a burst of freshness, while the Parmesan shavings lend a creamy, salty finish. Perfect as a light lunch, side dish, or picnic salad, this recipe is quick to prepare in just 35 minutes and is best enjoyed room temperature or chilled. Elevate your next meal with this colorful, Mediterranean-inspired rice salad!

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup white rice
• 2 cups water
• 1 large orange
• 1 large lemon
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon honey
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
• 1 tablespoon fresh mint
• 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese
• 0.25 cup toasted almonds

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the white rice under cold water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch.

Step 2

In a medium-sized pot, combine the rinsed rice and water. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and cover. Cook for 15-18 minutes or until the rice is tender and the water is absorbed.

Step 3

While the rice is cooking, zest the orange and lemon, and then juice them. Combine the orange zest and juice, lemon zest and juice, olive oil, honey, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl. Whisk until well blended.

Step 4

Finely chop the parsley and mint leaves. Set aside.

Step 5

Once the rice is cooked, spread it on a large tray or shallow bowl to cool slightly.

Step 6

Drizzle the citrus dressing over the rice and gently toss to combine, ensuring the rice is well-coated.

Step 7

Mix in the chopped parsley, chopped mint, and toasted almonds.

Step 8

Transfer the rice salad to a serving bowl. Shave Parmesan cheese over the top just before serving.

Step 9

Serve at room temperature or slightly chilled. Enjoy your refreshing Citrus Rice Salad with Parmesan!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(990.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	975.1

Total Fat 64.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 12.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.1g
Cholesterol 22.2mg	0%
Sodium 1370.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 85.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.9g	0%
Total Sugars 23.0g
Protein 21.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 488.4mg	0%
Iron 4.8mg	0%
Potassium 790.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 57.6%

Protein: 8.6%

Carbs: 33.9%