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Lunch

Chilled Rice Salad

Cold rice tossed with vegetables, herbs, and zesty dressing. Light and refreshing, it’s ideal for hot days or a lunchbox side.

Ingredients:

  • 1 (6.9 ounce) package chicken- flavored rice and vermicelli mix 1 teaspoon vegetable oil
  • 12 stuffed green olives, sliced 4 green onions, thinly sliced 1/2 green pepper, chopped
  • 2 (6.5 ounce) jars marinated artichoke hearts, drained, liquid reserved
  • 1/3 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/2 teaspoon curry powder

Directions:

  • Prepare rice mix according to package directions, except substitute 1 teaspoon oil for butter called for. Cool. Add olives, green onions and green pepper; toss to mix. Cut the artichokes into quarters and add to rice mixture; set aside. In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, curry powder and reserved marinade; blend well. Pour over rice mixture; toss to mix. Cover and chill for at least 2 hours.