Rice Salad with Peas
and
Fresh Mint

It's a great quick meal or even a simple mini-meal idea too. See the menu planner below for some easy serving suggestions.

2-3 servings

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7 Ingredients Needed:

cooked basmati rice – 2 cups

fresh or frozen (thawed and drained) peas – 1 cup

leeks – 1/2 cup thinly sliced half-moons

sunflower kernels – 2 tbsp

fresh squeezed lemon juice – 2 tbsp

sesame oil – 1 tbsp

fresh mint – 1 to 2 tbsp chopped (to taste)

Flavor Booster: Add some cooked and crumbled bacon to this salad to add an extra layer of flavor
(vegetarians - use vegetarian style bacon of choice)

Make Ahead:
- 2 cups of cooked basmati rice

- If using frozen peas, thaw and drain

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In a mixing bowl, combine all the ingredients and toss well.

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** Serve salad along with a side of mandarin orange segments and sliced red radishes.

** Another easy idea is to serve this quick recipe along with a simple tuna salad made from

** An easy meal idea is to serve this simple and flavorful salad along with a grilled or broiled chicken breast and some steamed broccoli.

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Ingredient Exchanges:

* Instead of Leeks: try Red Onions or Shallots

* Instead of Lemon Juice: try Lime Juice or Rice Vinegar

* Instead of Sunflower Kernels: try Pine Nuts or Chopped Hazelnuts

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