15-Minute Asian Rice Salad
This fresh and fabulous 15-minute Asian rice salad recipe takes the humble grain to next level-deliciousness!
Ingredients
Method
- Peel the ginger and finely grate it in to a large mixing bowl. Whisk in the olive oil, vinegar, soy sauce and sesame oil. Season with some salt and pepper. Reserve 2 tablespoons of the dressing and set aside.
- Thinly slice the mushrooms and spring onions, keeping the white and green parts of the spring onions separate. Add the sliced mushrooms, spring onion whites and the edamame to the dressing in the large mixing bowl.
- Stir to combine and then marinate at room temperature (the mushrooms will become more tender while they sit in the dressing) while you prepare the rest of the ingredients, stirring occasionally. Reserve the sliced spring onion greens to use as garnish.
- Place the rice in a glass mixing bowl and break it up using a fork. Place a damp paper towel directly on top of the rice and place in the microwave; cook until just warmed through and softened, about 3 minutes.
- Meanwhile, remove the skin from the chicken and shred the meat in to large bite-size pieces, about 2 cups. Toss the chicken, warm rice and carrots with the mushrooms and edamame. Season with some salt and pepper.
- Toss the baby arugula and reserved dressing in a large mixing bowl. Season lightly with salt and pepper. Divide the arugula among 4 large plates and top each with 2 cups of the salad mixture. Garnish with the reserved spring onion greens.
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This Asian Rice Salad Recipe is Fresh and Delicious
Perfect for picnics, packed lunches and quick and easy meals on the go, this 15-minute Asian rice salad dish is a beautiful blend of greens, grains, and roast chicken breasts, as well as a selection of amazing flavours, including ginger, soy sauce, sesame oil, edamame, and a handful of earthy shiitake mushrooms for a bold burst of umami goodness.
Rice and salad may sound simple, and this exciting rice salad recipe takes you on a culinary adventure through Asia, but did you know that rice has been cultivated for around 10,000 years? First cultivated in China, it rapidly spread throughout the continent and then all over the world, becoming an essential ingredient in a multitude of cuisines. From the delicate rolls of Japanese sushi, to the aromatic layers of Indian biryani and the fiery fabulousness of a Mexican chilli con carne, rice is a cornerstone of culinary creativity.
This quick and easy Asian rice salad dish shines with its perfect balance of flavours, creating a refreshing dish that's ideal for warm days or as a side to grilled meats. And with the addition of protein like chicken or edamame, it transforms from a simple side into a satisfying main course.
