Caribbean Rice Salad

May 18, 2023May 18, 20230 2
Caribbean Rice Salad with Yogurt Dressing is a perfect summer dish
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Prep

10 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 teaspoons curry powder
1/4 teaspoon turmeric
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons water
2/3 cup plain yogurt
3 tablespoons raisins
1 tablespoon onion , minced
1/4 cup cider vinegar
2 cups cooked rice
1/2 cup red bell pepper , diced
1/2 cup green bell pepper , diced

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
180
Sugar
8g
Fat
4g
Caribbean Rice Salad is a colorful and flavorful salad that is perfect to be enjoyed during summers. This dish is inspired by the vibrant and diverse flavors of the Caribbean and is a perfect balance of sweet and savory flavors. The rice is cooked with turmeric and spices, and then tossed with crunchy red and green bell peppers. The yogurt-based dressing is flavored with curry powder and raisins, which add an unexpected sweetness to the dish.

Instructions

1.In a small bowl, mix curry powder, turmeric, salt, and black pepper with water until smooth.
2.Stir in yogurt, raisins, onion, cider vinegar, and mix well.
3.Add cooked rice, red bell pepper, and green bell pepper, tossing gently to mix.
4.Refrigerate for 1 hour or more before serving.

PROS

Caribbean Rice Salad is a perfect dish to enjoy during summers.
It is a colorful and flavorful salad that is easy to make and perfect to impress your guests.

The dish is vegetarian, and the yogurt-based dressing is healthy as it is low in fat and calories.

CONS

The dish can become too watery if not dried out properly after rinsing the rice.

The combination of raisins and yogurt may not suit everyone’s taste buds.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This dish is high in fiber, vitamins, and minerals due to the abundance of vegetables in it. The peppers in the salad are rich in vitamins C, A, and K, and may help improve eye health, boost immunity and reduce inflammation.
Yogurt is a good source of protein, calcium, and potassium, which are essential for strong bones and teeth and may improve gut health. Raisins are a good source of energy, iron, and vitamins B, C, and K, which may help in reducing inflammation and good for heart health.

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