Curried Rice And Fruit Salad Recipe

Name: Curried Rice And Fruit Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups uncooked basmati rice; 1 tablespoon peanut oil; 1/4 cup chopped green onion; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1 tablespoon curry powder; 1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger; 1 teaspoon salt (or to taste); 3 1/2 cups water; 2 apples, diced; 1 1/2 cups well drained crushed pineapple; 1/2 cup diced dried apricot; 1/4 cup unsweetened flaked coconut; 1/4 cup chopped of fresh mint; 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro; salt and pepper; Dressing; 1/2 cup mango chutney; 2 tablespoons fresh squeezed lemon juice; 1 teaspoon canola oil; 1 teaspoon honey

Servings: persons

2 cups uncooked basmati rice
1 tablespoon peanut oil
1/4 cup chopped green onion
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon curry powder
1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger
1 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
3 1/2 cups water
2 apples, diced
1 1/2 cups well drained crushed pineapple
1/2 cup diced dried apricot
1/4 cup unsweetened flaked coconut
1/4 cup chopped of fresh mint
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
salt and pepper
Dressing
1/2 cup mango chutney
2 tablespoons fresh squeezed lemon juice
1 teaspoon canola oil
1 teaspoon honey

1
Wash rice until water runs clear; drain well.
2
In a saucepan, heat oil over medium heat.
3
Add the green onions, garlic, curry powder, ginger, and rice; saute for about 4 minutes or until the rice appears dry.
4
Add 1 teaspoon salt and the water.
5
Cover and lower the heat to low; cook at a gentle boil until the rice is tender and the water is absorbed (about 15 minutes).
6
Fluff the rice with a fork; cool.
7
In a big bowl, add the rice, apples, pineapple, apricots, coconut, mint, and cilantro; stir to combine.
8
Dressing: Add all the dressing ingredients to the container of an electric blender; process until smooth.
9
Pour the dressing over the rice mixture; toss to coat.
10
Add salt and pepper to taste; serve.

547

kcal

Calories

Fat

118

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

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.

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 20 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups uncooked basmati rice, 1 tablespoon peanut oil, 1/4 cup chopped green onion, 2 garlic cloves, minced, and more.

Yes, Curried Rice And Fruit 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!

Curried Rice And Fruit Salad

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Variations & substitutions

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