Letting in a little fresh air with an open window or a screen door is a sure sign of spring, allowing the natural sights and smells of the outdoors to accompany you at the dinner table. Take that open-air freshness to new heights this spring by pairing it with your own signature spin on salad season.
If you love the taste of crisp, peppery arugula, this Pomegranate and Arugula Rice Salad is practically perfect. Your favorite green shines alongside a delicious mix of sweet pomegranate seeds, crisp almonds, and tart balsamic dressing that’s ideal for a starter or side, or you can add a preferred protein to turn it into a satisfying main course.
Requiring just 15 minutes to prepare, this salad is ready in an instant and serves up to eight people, making it a solution for anything from family gatherings to meal prepping for a busy week ahead.
Pomegranate and Arugula Rice Salad
Prep time: 10 minutes
Cook time: 5 minutes
Servings: 8
Ingredients:
- 2 cups Minute Instant Jasmine Rice
- 1/3 cup olive oil
- 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons minced red onion
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 bag (5 ounces) arugula
- 1 cup pomegranate seeds
- 1/3 cup slivered almonds, toasted
Directions:
- Prepare rice according to package directions. Cool completely, about 10 minutes.
- In a large bowl, whisk oil, vinegar, red onion, mustard, honey, salt, and pepper.
- Add rice, arugula, and pomegranate seeds to a serving bowl; toss to coat thoroughly. Sprinkle with almonds.
Tips: For added flavor, top salad with crumbled goat or blue cheese.
To cool the rice quickly, spread it evenly on a parchment paper-lined baking sheet.
Find more spring salads and other flavorful, convenient recipes by visiting MinuteRice.com.
