Whole30 Refreshing Rice Salad
Bright, zesty, and completely grain-free, this Whole30 Refreshing Rice Salad is the perfect side dish or light meal for warm weather. Made with tender cauliflower rice as a nutritious base, this salad is loaded with crisp cucumbers, juicy cherry tomatoes, vibrant red bell peppers, and a touch of red onion for subtle sharpness. Fresh parsley and mint elevate the dish with a burst of herbal freshness, while a simple lemon and olive oil dressing ties everything together with a tangy, light finish. Ready in just 25 minutes, this paleo, gluten-free, and vegan salad is a versatile option that pairs beautifully with grilled proteins or can be enjoyed on its own. Perfect for meal prep or a picnic, this Whole30-friendly recipe is a flavorful way to embrace clean eating!
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Ingredients
- 4 cups Cauliflower rice
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
- 1 medium Cucumber
- 1 medium Red bell pepper
- 0.5 Red onion
- 0.5 cup Fresh parsley
- 0.25 cup Fresh mint
- 3 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Begin by preparing the cauliflower rice. If using pre-packaged cauliflower rice, skip to step 3.
Step 2
For fresh cauliflower rice, cut a head of cauliflower into florets and pulse them in a food processor until they resemble the texture of rice.
Step 3
In a large skillet, lightly sauté the cauliflower rice over medium heat for about 5-7 minutes until just tender. Set aside to cool.
Step 4
Halve the cherry tomatoes. Dice the cucumber and red bell pepper into small, even pieces. Finely chop the red onion.
Step 5
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled cauliflower rice, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red bell pepper, and red onion.
Step 6
Chop the fresh parsley and mint, then add them to the mixing bowl with the vegetables.
Step 7
In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper until well combined to create the dressing.
Step 8
Pour the dressing over the rice and vegetable mixture. Gently toss everything together to ensure the ingredients are evenly coated in the dressing.
Step 9
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed by adding more salt or lemon juice to your preference.
Step 10
Allow the salad to sit for about 10 minutes before serving, giving the flavors time to meld. Serve the rice salad chilled or at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1102.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 655.9 |
| Total Fat 44.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 6.8g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 4.1g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2551.0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 58.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 18.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 26.4g | |
| Protein 16.1g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 237.9mg | 0% |
| Iron 6.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2233.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories