Hawaiian Rice Salad
Transport your taste buds to the tropics with this vibrant Hawaiian Rice Salad! Featuring fluffy jasmine rice, sweet pineapple chunks, smoky diced ham, and a colorful medley of red bell peppers, shredded carrots, and green onions, this dish is a celebration of fresh, bold flavors. Tossed in a zesty dressing made with soy sauce, sesame oil, lime juice, and a hint of honey, every bite is a perfect balance of sweet, salty, and tangy. Chopped cilantro adds a pop of freshness, making this chilled salad an irresistible option for summer picnics, potlucks, or as a refreshing side dish. Ready in just over 30 minutes and bursting with island-inspired ingredients, this recipe is a delicious way to brighten up your table!
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Ingredients
- 2 cups jasmine rice
- 4 cups water
- 1.5 cups pineapple chunks (fresh or canned)
- 1 cup ham (diced)
- 1 medium red bell pepper (diced)
- 3 stalks green onions (sliced)
- 1 medium carrot (shredded)
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 0.25 cup cilantro (chopped)
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Rinse the jasmine rice under cold water until the water runs clear. This helps remove excess starch and keeps the rice from clumping.
Step 2
In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed rice and 4 cups of water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-18 minutes or until the water is absorbed and the rice is tender.
Step 3
Once cooked, fluff the rice with a fork and set it aside to cool completely. You can spread the rice on a baking sheet to expedite cooling.
Step 4
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled rice with pineapple chunks, diced ham, diced red bell pepper, sliced green onions, and shredded carrot.
Step 5
In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, sesame oil, lime juice, honey, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
Step 6
Pour the dressing over the rice mixture and gently toss until all ingredients are evenly coated.
Step 7
Fold in the chopped cilantro for a fresh burst of flavor.
Step 8
Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld together.
Step 9
Serve the Hawaiian Rice Salad chilled as a main course or side dish. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (2394.8g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1390.7 |
| Total Fat 28.9g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 6.1g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 5.9g | |
| Cholesterol 118.1mg | 0% |
| Sodium 5297.2mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 213.5g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 16.1g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 56.8g | |
| Protein 71.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 288.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 6.4mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2178.7mg | 0% |
Source of Calories