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Crispy Rice Salad with Peanut-Chili Dressing

Crispy Rice Salad with Peanut-Chili Dressing

A vibrant, flavor-packed vegan bowl featuring crispy fried jasmine rice, fresh vegetables, and a bold peanut-chili dressing.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 cup Edamame Provides a protein punch
  • 1 Avocado Adds creaminess
  • 1 large Cucumber Offers a refreshing crunch
  • 1 medium Red Bell Pepper Brings sweetness and color
  • 2 Spring Onions Adds mild onion flavor
  • 1 handful Coriander Infuses herbal notes
  • 1 tablespoon Dill Complements with unique fragrance
For the Rice
  • 2 cups Jasmine Rice Base of the salad
  • 2 tablespoons Chili Oil For frying the rice
  • 2 tablespoons Soy Sauce Lends umami flavor
For the Peanut-Chili Dressing
  • 1/3 cup Peanut Butter Hero of the dressing
  • 2 cloves Minced Garlic Enhances flavor
  • 1 tablespoon Sriracha Optional for heat
  • 2 tablespoons Rice Vinegar Adds tangy acidity
  • 1/4 cup Water To adjust dressing consistency

Equipment

  • Large Bowl
  • baking tray
  • Small Bowl
  • whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large bowl, combine edamame, diced avocado, sliced cucumber, chopped red bell pepper, sliced spring onions, and fresh coriander and dill. Toss together.
  2. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Spread the cooked rice on a baking tray, drizzle with chili oil and soy sauce, mix, and bake for 20 minutes, stirring at 10 and 15 minutes.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together peanut butter, minced garlic, sriracha, rice vinegar, soy sauce, and water until smooth and creamy.
  4. Once the rice is crispy, pour the dressing over the salad mixture and gently add the crispy rice. Toss everything together until well combined.
  5. Serve immediately to maintain the crunchy texture of the fried rice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 15gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 8gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 8gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 70mgCalcium: 6mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Keep vegetables separate until serving to ensure they stay crisp. Adjust sriracha based on your spice preference.

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