Moroccan Rice Salad Recipe

Recipe By Slurrp

Moroccan Rice Salad is a refreshing and flavorful salad made with cooked rice, colorful vegetables, and aromatic spices. This salad is packed with textures and flavors, making it a perfect side dish or a light meal on its own. The combination of spices like cumin, paprika, and cinnamon adds a unique Moroccan touch to the salad. It can be served chilled or at room temperature.

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Ingredients for Moroccan Rice Salad Recipe

  • 0.33 cup Cooked Rice
  • 0.17 Cucumber, Diced
  • 0.17 Bell Pepper, Diced
  • 0.17 Carrot, Grated
  • 0.08 cup Chopped Parsley
  • 1/25 cup Chopped Mint Leaves
  • 1/25 cup Chopped Cilantro
  • 1/25 cup Olive Oil
  • 0.33 tablespoon Lemon Juice
  • 0.17 teaspoon Ground Cumin
  • 0.08 teaspoon Paprika
  • 1/25 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon
  • As required Salt And Pepper To Taste

Directions: Moroccan Rice Salad Recipe

Cooking Directions

  • STEP 1.Cook the rice according to package instructions and let it cool.
  • STEP 2.In a large bowl, combine the cooked rice, chopped vegetables, and spices.
  • STEP 3.Drizzle olive oil and lemon juice over the salad and toss well to combine.
  • STEP 4.Refrigerate the salad for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld.
  • STEP 5.Garnish with fresh herbs and serve chilled or at room temperature.

Cooking Tips

  • You can add cooked chicken or shrimp to make it a complete meal.
  • Feel free to customize the vegetables according to your preference.
  • For extra flavor, you can add toasted nuts or dried fruits to the salad.

Storage and Serving

  • Leftover Moroccan rice salad can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Bring the salad to room temperature before serving.
  • Serve the salad as a side dish or a light meal.
Nutrition
value
798
calories per serving
8 g Fat18 g Protein162 g Carbs11 g FiberOther

Current Totals

  • Fat
    8g
  • Protein
    18g
  • Carbs
    162g
  • Fiber
    11g

MacroNutrients

  • Carbs
    162g
  • Protein
    18g
  • Fiber
    11g

Fats

  • Fat
    8g

Vitamins & Minerals

  • Calcium
    172mg
  • Iron
    11mg
  • Vitamin A
    325mcg
  • Vitamin B1
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B2
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B3
    5mg
  • Vitamin B6
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B9
    103mcg
  • Vitamin B12
    0mcg
  • Vitamin C
    40mg
  • Vitamin E
    3mg
  • Copper
    < 1mcg
  • Magnesium
    186mg
  • Manganese
    2mg
  • Phosphorus
    382mg
  • Selenium
    1mcg
  • Zinc
    4mg
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. All nutritional information presented are estimates and not meant to substitute professional dietary advice or treatment
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Recipe By Slurrp