Persian Cucumber and Purple Rice Salad

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
8%
Persian Cucumber and Purple Rice Salad
300 min.
8
140kcal

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Discover a refreshing and vibrant addition to your meal repertoire with this Persian Cucumber and Purple Rice Salad. Perfect for those seeking a flavorful, healthy side dish, this recipe is not only vegetarian and vegan but also gluten-free and dairy-free, making it suitable for various dietary preferences. With an intriguing mix of toasted coriander seeds and the nutty flavor of purple jasmine rice, this dish is sure to impress your guests and tantalize their taste buds.

The star ingredient, Persian cucumbers, offer a crisp and juicy element, complementing the hearty rice beautifully. Enhanced with fresh lemon juice and zesty lemon zest, the combination elevates the salad, adding a delightful brightness that makes it perfect for warm weather gatherings or as a delightful snack.

This salad is easy to prepare, and with a total prep time of just 300 minutes, you can effortlessly work it into your cooking schedule. Whether served as a stunning appetizer, a colorful side dish, or an eye-catching antipasti, the Persian Cucumber and Purple Rice Salad will undoubtedly steal the spotlight at your next gathering. You can even prepare the rice a day ahead, making it a convenient option for busy hosts. Enjoy this nutritious, antioxidant-rich salad and celebrate the vibrant flavors of the Persian cuisine!

Ingredients

  • 1.5 teaspoons coriander seeds toasted
  • pound persian cucumbers mini sliced quartered (also called cucumbers; 6)
  • cup purple jasmine rice 
  • teaspoons juice of lemon fresh
  • teaspoons lemon zest grated
  • tablespoons olive oil extra-virgin
  • bunch scallions thinly sliced
  • 1.3 cups water 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • sauce pan
  • knife

Directions

  1. Bring rice, water, and 1/4 teaspoon salt to a boil in a small heavy saucepan, then reduce heat to low and cook, covered, until rice is tender and water is absorbed, about 20 minutes.
  2. Remove from heat and let stand, covered, 10 minutes.
  3. Spread rice evenly in a lightly oiled 4-sided sheet pan and cool completely.Coarsely smash coriander seeds with side of a large knife.
  4. Toss rice with coriander, remaining ingredients, and 1/4 teaspoon salt in a large bowl and let stand at room temperature 1 hour.
  5. Rice, without other ingredients, can be cooked 1 day ahead and chilled.

Nutrition Facts

Calories140kcal
Protein6%
Fat35.87%
Carbs58.13%

Properties

Glycemic Index
13.52
Glycemic Load
11.3
Inflammation Score
-2
Nutrition Score
3.8565217152886%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.06mg
Hesperetin
0.18mg
Naringenin
0.02mg
Luteolin
0.01mg
Kaempferol
0.04mg
Quercetin
0.32mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:140.21kcal
7.01%
Fat:5.57g
8.57%
Saturated Fat:0.78g
4.87%
Carbohydrates:20.31g
6.77%
Net Carbohydrates:19.32g
7.02%
Sugar:0.93g
1.04%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:4.9mg
0.21%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:2.1g
4.19%
Manganese:0.31mg
15.25%
Vitamin K:13.48µg
12.83%
Vitamin E:0.82mg
5.45%
Selenium:3.67µg
5.24%
Copper:0.1mg
5.19%
Vitamin C:3.59mg
4.35%
Phosphorus:41.3mg
4.13%
Fiber:0.99g
3.96%
Vitamin B5:0.38mg
3.76%
Magnesium:14.94mg
3.74%
Vitamin B6:0.07mg
3.51%
Potassium:118.88mg
3.4%
Folate:12.02µg
3.01%
Zinc:0.38mg
2.56%
Iron:0.45mg
2.5%
Vitamin B1:0.04mg
2.46%
Calcium:21.14mg
2.11%
Vitamin B3:0.42mg
2.09%
Vitamin B2:0.03mg
1.74%
Vitamin A:71.06IU
1.42%
Source:Epicurious