Curried Rice Salad with Orange

A flavorful brown rice salad with crunchy pistachios, sweet currants, and an orange-curry dressing! A tasty side dish for picnics & potlucks, or take-along lunches.

📝 Ingredients

• 1 cup long-grain brown rice (jasmine or basmati)
• 3 green onions
• 1/3 cup fresh cilantro
• 1/2 cup currants (or raisins)
• 1/3 cup pistachios, shelled
• 1/3 cup orange juice, freshly squeezed
• 1 Tbsp. curry powder
• 1 1/2 Tbsp. pure maple syrup
• 1 Tbsp. rice vinegar, unseasoned
• 1/2 tsp. orange zest (optional)
• 1/4 tsp. salt

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1Rinse and cook rice according to package instructions.*
2. 2Meanwhile, make the dressing: Add all dressing ingredients to a small bowl and whisk to combine. Set aside.
3. 3Slice green onions and roughly chop cilantro, large stems removed. Place in a medium/large mixing bowl. Add currants and pistachios.
4. 4When rice is cooked, add to bowl. Pour dressing over top and stir well.
5. 5Serve immediately or refrigerate for at least an hour to let flavors mellow and further combine.