Cheesy Rice with Side Salad Recipe

Name: Cheesy Rice with Side Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups instant white rice, uncooked; 8 slices KRAFT 2% Milk Sharp Cheddar Singles; 2 cups sliced frozen carrots; 1 Tbsp. trans fat free canola-based soft margarine; 4 cups chopped romaine lettuce; 2 medium tomatoes, cut into wedges; 1 Tbsp. extra virgin olive oil; 2 Tbsp. balsamic vinegar; 1 lb. large fresh strawberries, sliced; 1 Tbsp. granulated sugar; 1 tsp. ground cinnamon; 4 SNACKWELL'S Sugar Free Shortbread Cookies; 32 fl oz (4 cups) fat-free milk

Servings: persons

2 cups instant white rice, uncooked
8 slices KRAFT 2% Milk Sharp Cheddar Singles
2 cups sliced frozen carrots
1 Tbsp. trans fat free canola-based soft margarine
4 cups chopped romaine lettuce
2 medium tomatoes, cut into wedges
1 Tbsp. extra virgin olive oil
2 Tbsp. balsamic vinegar
1 lb. large fresh strawberries, sliced
1 Tbsp. granulated sugar
1 tsp. ground cinnamon
4 SNACKWELL'S Sugar Free Shortbread Cookies
32 fl oz (4 cups) fat-free milk

1
Boil 2 cups water; stir in rice and 2% Milk Singles.
2
Cook and stir until melted.
3
Remove from heat; cover.
4
Let stand 5 min., then stir again.
5
Heat carrots as directed on package.
6
Toss with margarine.
7
Toss lettuce and tomatoes.
8
Drizzle with oil and vinegar; season as desired with favorite herbs.
9
Divide rice, carrots and salad into 4 equal servings.
10
Sprinkle strawberries with mixture of sugar and cinnamon for dessert; split into 4 dishes.
11
Garnish with one cookie per serving.
12
Serve meal with an 8 fl oz glass of milk per person.

1599

kcal

Calories

Fat

242

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups instant white rice, uncooked, 8 slices KRAFT 2% Milk Sharp Cheddar Singles, 2 cups sliced frozen carrots, 1 Tbsp. trans fat free canola-based soft margarine, and more.

Yes, Cheesy Rice with Side Salad falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Cheesy Rice with Side Salad

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Variations & substitutions

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