Lemon Basil Rice Salad

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Lemon Basil Rice Salad recipe from Down to Earth Organic and Natural.
Yield
4-6 Servings
Vegan
Salads
Budget Friendly Meals
Quick & Easy
Ingredients
  • 2 cups cooked long grain rice, cooled
  • 2 medium carrots, shredded
  • ½ cup cilantro, roughly chopped
  • ½ cup basil, finely chopped
  • ¾ cup thinly sliced red radish
  • 1 lemon, zested

Dressing

  • 1 lemon, juiced
  • 3 teaspoons coconut palm sugar
  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • 1-2 Tablespoons grated ginger
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper chili flakes
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
  1. Whisk together Dressing ingredients in a bowl.
  2. In a large bowl, toss together cooked rice, carrots, cilantro, basil, radish, and lemon zest.
  3. Pour Dressing rice salad. Mix to coat evenly.
  4. Serve at room temperature or chilled. Enjoy!