Coconut Mint and Mango Rice Salad
Elevate your summer meals with this vibrant Coconut Mint and Mango Rice Salad, a refreshing blend of tropical flavors and wholesome ingredients. Fluffy jasmine rice cooked in creamy coconut milk forms the base, perfectly complemented by juicy fresh mango, crisp cucumber, and fragrant mint. Toasted shredded coconut adds a hint of nuttiness, while a zesty lime-honey dressing ties everything together with a tangy sweetness. Quick and easy to prepare, this chilled rice salad is perfect as a light lunch, a side dish for a barbecue, or a crowd-pleasing potluck offering. Packed with natural sweetness, refreshing herbs, and a touch of citrus, this recipe is a tropical twist on traditional rice salads that's sure to impress!
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Ingredients
- 1 cup jasmine rice
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 1 cup water
- 1 large fresh mango, diced
- 1 small cucumber, diced
- 0.5 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped
- 0.25 cup unsweetened shredded coconut, toasted
- 1 medium lime, juiced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Rinse the jasmine rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
Step 2
In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed rice, coconut milk, and water. Bring to a boil over medium heat, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 12-15 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed.
Step 3
Remove the rice from heat and let it cool to room temperature. Fluff with a fork and transfer to a large mixing bowl.
Step 4
Add the diced mango, cucumber, chopped mint leaves, and toasted shredded coconut to the bowl with the rice. Gently toss to combine.
Step 5
In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, honey, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
Step 6
Pour the dressing over the rice mixture and toss until everything is evenly coated.
Step 7
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Cover and refrigerate for at least 20 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Step 8
Serve chilled or at room temperature. Garnish with additional mint leaves and toasted coconut if desired.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1196.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1095.7 |
| Total Fat 50.6g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 22.1g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1257.4mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 160.1g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 19.0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 67.4g | |
| Protein 16.9g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 476.9mg | 0% |
| Iron 13.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1738.5mg | 0% |
Source of Calories