Herby Summer Salad

Overview

Summertime is full of fresh vegetables and herbs and there’s no better way to use them than in this Herby Summer Rice Salad!

When you need a flavor packed salad that’s part salad and part rice dish, you need to try this HERBY SUMMER RICE SALAD!

It’s full of mint, parsley, and dill with fresh cucumber, snap peas, and rice and the dressing is bright, creamy, and lemony— This Herby Summer Rice Salad is literally summer in every bite.

This herby summer rice salad also includes rice which will leave you feeling more satisfied. Give it a try and let me know what you think on social!

Hi, I’m Jackie, Founder of Jackie Cooks and Drinks, and a BIG believer that cooking, creating and entertaining should be FUN.

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Shopping List

1/2 cup dry brown rice, cooked per package instructions
1 large English cucumber chopped
2 handfuls snap peas, blanched
1/2 cup mint, chopped
1/2 cup parsley, chopped
1/2 cup dill, chopped
1/2 cup chopped pistachios
1/4 cup scallions, chopped
1/2 cup whole milk ricotta
2 tbsp evoo
Zest and juice of 1 lemon
1 tsp kosher salt
Fresh cracked pepper

Method

Prepare the salad dressing by whisking together the ricotta cheese, olive oil, lemon juice and zest, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Set aside.
Assemble the salad by combining the rice, snap peas, cucumbers, herbs and pistachios in a large salad bowl.
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss until fully coated.
Serve cold or room temperature and enjoy!