Rice Salad Primavera Recipe

Name: Rice Salad Primavera
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup basmati rice; 1 8-oz. pkg. baked flavored tofu, diced; 2 cups cherry tomatoes, sliced; 4 green onions, chopped ( 1/2 cup); 1/2 orange bell pepper, chopped ( 1/2 cup); 1 small cucumber, peeled, quartered, and sliced ( 1/2 cup); 1 small yellow squash, diced ( 1/2 cup); 2 Tbs. red wine vinegar; 2 Tbs. Dijon mustard; ⅓ cup olive oil

Servings: persons

1
Bring rice and 2 cups water to a boil in covered saucepan.
2
Reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer 15 minutes, or until rice is tender and has absorbed all water.
3
Cool.
4
Transfer to large bowl.
5
Stir tofu, tomatoes, green onions, bell pepper, cucumber, and squash into rice.
6
Whisk together vinegar and mustard in small bowl.
7
Whisk in oil until mixture forms smooth sauce.
8
Season with salt and pepper, if desired.
9
Stir vinaigrette mixture into rice mixture.
10
Chill well before serving.

453

kcal

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Fat

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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup basmati rice, 1 8-oz. pkg. baked flavored tofu, diced, 2 cups cherry tomatoes, sliced, 4 green onions, chopped ( 1/2 cup), and more.

Yes, Rice Salad Primavera 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!

Rice Salad Primavera

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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