Crispy Rice Salad
Get ready for an explosion of texture with this satisfying salad that combines fresh veggies, bright flavors and the incredible crunch of crispy rice. It's a light, refreshing and deeply satisfying meal.
4 Serving(s)
Ingredients
- 2/3 cup Schnucks long-grain white rice
- 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
- 2 tbsp. Schnucks less-sodium soy sauce, divided
- 2 tbsp. Schnucks sugar
- 2 tsp. minced garlic
- 3 tbsp. Schnucks vegetable oil, divided
- 1 lb. 85%-lean ground pork
- 4 cups mixed baby greens
- 1 medium red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 large carrot, peeled and grated (about 3/4 cup)
- 1/4 cup roasted peanuts
Instructions
- Cook rice according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, 1 tablespoon soy sauce, the sugar and garlic until sugar is dissolved.
- In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons oil over medium high. Add pork; cook, stirring to break up lumps, until browned, about 10 minutes. Stir in lime-juice mixture, then transfer to a large bowl.
- In same skillet, heat remaining oil until hot. Stir in cooked rice and remaining soy sauce until combined and spread in an even layer; cook 3–5 minutes per side until a crispy cake is formed. Stir into bowl with pork, breaking into small pieces.
- Add mixed greens, red onion, carrot and peanuts. Toss to coat and serve immediately.
Chef Tip: With a few simple swaps, you can easily turn this into an updated version of a Caesar salad! Just cook the crispy rice according to the recipe, then combine 2 heads of roughly chopped romaine lettuce, 1 cup shaved Parmesan cheese, 2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken, 2/3 cup crispy rice and 3/4 cup Caesar dressing. Divide into four bowls and season with salt and pepper, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
590 Calories Per ServingFat: 40gSaturated Fat: 11gCholesterol: 76mgSodium: 260mgCarbohydrates: 38gFiber: 3gSugars: 9gProtein: 26gActual nutritional values may vary depending on specific ingredients used and/or modifications to the recipe