Cranberry Orange Rice Salad

This festive rice salad combines the vibrant flavors of citrus, sweet cranberries, and crunchy almonds for a refreshing and colorful holiday side dish. Quick and easy to prepare, it's perfect for adding a bright, zesty touch to any seasonal gathering.

Cranberry Orange Rice Salad

Course

Side
Prep time

5 Mins
cook time

20 Mins
servings

4
Author

@anettvelsberg

Ingredients

1 cup Lotus Foods Regenerative Organic White Basmati Rice
1½ tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
½ tbsp Dijon mustard
1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
salt and pepper, to taste
½ cup dried cranberries
2-3 oranges, segmented
½ cup toasted almonds
¾ cup loosely-packed parsley, finely chopped

product used in the recipe

Regenerative Organic White Basmati Rice

1

Cook rice according to directions on the package and allow to cool slightly.
2

In a large bowl, whisk together lemon juice, mustard, and honey/maple syrup. Season with salt and pepper.
3

Add cooked rice, cranberries, orange segments, almonds, and parsley. Toss gently to combine.
4

Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator before serving.