Rice Salad with Herbs and Vinaigrette

Rice Salad with Herbs and Vinaigrette recipe videos

Rice Salad with Herbs and Vinaigrette is a refreshing, versatile dish that combines cooked rice with a variety of fresh herbs, vegetables, and a tangy vinaigrette dressing. It typically features ingredients like parsley, mint, scallions, cucumbers, tomatoes, and a simple dressing of olive oil and lemon juice or vinegar. This salad is popular in many cuisines around the world, particularly in Mediterranean and Middle Eastern cooking.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is generally balanced, providing a good source of carbohydrates from the rice, healthy fats from the olive oil in the vinaigrette, and some protein if legumes or nuts are added. It offers key nutrients like fiber, vitamins from the herbs and vegetables, and minerals, with a rough calorie ballpark of around 250-350 per serving depending on the exact ingredients and portion sizes.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	220 kcal
Protein	4 g
Carbs	35 g
Fat	8 g
Fiber	2 g
Sugar	3 g
Sodium	350 mg
Potassium	200 mg
Magnesium	40 mg
Iron	1.5 mg
Phosphorus	80 mg
Vitamin C	10 mg
Vitamin K	25 µg
Folate	40 µg
Manganese	0.8 mg

Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, rice salads are celebrated for their adaptability, often served at picnics, potlucks, and summer gatherings as a cool, make-ahead option. Nutritionally, the combination of whole grains, fresh herbs, and healthy fats makes it a light yet satisfying dish that can support digestion and provide antioxidants.