Italian Rice Salad
Fragrant, nutty-tasting basmati rice mixed with artichoke hearts, sweet peppers, raisins, and capers creates this flavorful side dish.
Source: Midwest Living
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Italian Rice Salad
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To cook rice, place 1 cup uncooked basmati or long grain white rice in a fine mesh sieve. Run cool water over the rice for several minutes; drain well. In a medium saucepan, bring 2 cups water to boiling. Slowly add rice and return to boiling; reduce heat. Simmer, covered, for 15 to 20 minutes or until liquid is absorbed and rice is tender. Remove from heat and let cool about 15 minutes. Makes 3 cups.
Nutrition Facts (Italian Rice Salad)
Per Serving:
325 calories; total fat 20g; saturated fat 1g; polyunsaturated fat 5g; monounsaturated fat 12g; cholesterolmg; sodium 447mg; potassium 357mg; carbohydrates 33g; fiber 2g; sugar 5g; protein 4g; vitamin a 1555IU; vitamin c 46mg; thiaminmg; riboflavinmg; niacin equivalents 2mg; vitamin b6mg; folate 60mcg; vitamin b12mcg; calcium 61mg; iron 1mg.