Description
This easy herb rice salad with red onion is light, fresh, and perfect for spring. Made with fluffy rice, lemon zest, olive oil, and fresh dill, it’s a simple side dish that pairs beautifully with grilled salmon or chicken.
Ingredients
Ingredients
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3 cups cooked white rice (slightly cooled)
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2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
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Zest of 1 lemon
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¼ cup finely diced red onion
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¼ cup fresh dill, chopped
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3 tablespoons olive oil
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¾ teaspoon salt (or to taste)
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¼ teaspoon black pepper
Optional Add-Ins
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Crumbled feta cheese
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Chopped cucumber
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Grilled salmon or chicken for serving
Instructions
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Place the cooked rice in a large serving bowl and gently fluff with a fork.
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Add lemon juice, lemon zest, olive oil, salt, and black pepper to the rice.
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Sprinkle in the diced red onion and fresh dill.
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Gently fold everything together until evenly combined.
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Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
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Serve immediately or refrigerate for 15–30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
Notes
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This rice salad can be served warm, room temperature, or chilled.
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Perfect as a side dish or topped with grilled salmon for a complete meal.
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Works well with jasmine, basmati, or long-grain white rice.
- Prep Time: 10 MINS
- Cook Time: 15 MINUTES
- Category: SIDE DISH | SALAD
- Cuisine: MEDITERRANEAN INSPIRED