Mandarin Pepper Rice Salad

May 19, 2023May 19, 20230 17
Delicious and colorful Mandarin Pepper Rice Salad recipe
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Prep

15 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

35 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 cup rice
1 red bell pepper , diced fine
1 green bell pepper , diced fine
1 onion , diced fine
125 g ham , diced fine
2 cans mandarin oranges
6 -8 ounces mayonnaise
4 tablespoons soy sauce
3 -4 tablespoons sugar

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4-6
Calories
420
Sugar
32g
Fat
23g
Mandarin Pepper Rice Salad is a refreshing and colorful salad that is perfect for warm summer days. This delicious salad is made with freshly cooked rice, diced bell peppers, onions, ham, mandarin oranges, and a flavorful soy sauce dressing. The combination of sweet and tangy flavors makes this dish a hit with both kids and adults. It's a great way to include more fruits and vegetables in your diet, and it's also a fantastic picnic dish that can be made ahead of time.

Instructions

1.Take 1 cup of rice and rinse it with cold water until the water runs clear. Drain the rice and put it in a pot with 2 cups of water. Bring it to a boil over high medium heat, stir the rice once, then reduce the heat to low and cover your pot with a lid. Cook for 18-20 minutes.
2.In the meantime, prepare the vegetables. Cut 1 red and 1 green bell pepper, and 1 onion into small dice. Set aside.
3.Open 2 cans of mandarin oranges and drain the juice. Set aside the oranges.
4.When the rice is cooked, remove it from the heat, and fluff it with a fork. Let it cool for a few minutes.
5.In a small bowl, mix 6-8 ounces of mayonnaise, 4 tablespoons of soy sauce, and 3-4 tablespoons of sugar to make the dressing.
6.In a large bowl, add the rice, vegetables, ham, and mandarin oranges. Mix well.
7.Pour the dressing over the salad and stir until well combined. Chill for 30 minutes before serving.

PROS

This salad is colorful, flavorful, and easy to make.

It’s packed with vitamin C and fiber thanks to the bell peppers and mandarin oranges.

The soy sauce dressing adds a delicious umami flavor to the rice and vegetables.

CONS

The mayonnaise in the dressing can be high in calories and fat.

To make it healthier, you can use Greek yogurt instead of mayo to cut down on the calories.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This salad is a great source of vitamin C, fiber, and antioxidants.
The bell peppers and mandarin oranges contain high levels of vitamin C, which is essential for boosting the immune system and keeping our skin healthy.
The complex carbohydrates in the rice can provide energy, while the fiber in the vegetables and fruits help with digestion and prevent constipation.

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