This copycat version of the salad served at J. Alexander's restaurant is made with wild rice, orzo pasta, onions, corn, currants, bell pepper, and basil...
Time: 2-5 hours
Salads With Rice or Grains
Salads with grains or rice such as couscous, barley, wild rice, etc
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Copycat J. Alexander's Orzo and Wild Rice Salad
Copycat Freddie's Bar-B-Que & Steakhouse Tabbouleh Salad
Mint, tomatoes, and parsley elevate some bulgur wheat dressed with lemon juice and oil in this copycat tabbouleh salad
Time: 2-5 hours
Mardi Gras Salad
Not just for Mardi Gras, this colorful rice and cabbage salad makes a great side dish anytime.
Time: 1-2 hours
Mediterranean Couscous Salad
Made with couscous, olive oil, garlic, fresh spinach, sun-dried tomatoes, black olives, red onion, fresh oregano, fresh mint, feta cheese
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Tabouleh And Chick Pea Salad
This tabouleh and chick pea salad is a healthy and flavorful dish perfect for any occasion. Bulghur or quinoa are mixed with chick peas, vegetables, and herbs for a light...
Time: under 30 minutes
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Bulgur Salad With Minted Yogurt Dressing
Bulgur is tossed with fresh vegetables and a yogurt-herb dressing.
Method: stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
Moosewood Restaurant Mediterranean Couscous Salad
Made with whole wheat couscous, water, sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, olive oil, fresh dill, lemon juice, balsamic vinegar
Time: 1-2 hours
Mediterranean Kamut Salad
Made with Kamut Grain, water, sea salt, black pepper, celery, red bell pepper, black olives, cilantro, parsley, feta cheese
Method: stovetop
Time: over 5 hours
Rice-A-Roni Salad
Made with frozen shrimp, chicken Rice-A-Roni, green onions, pimiento-stuffed green olives, bell pepper, marinated artichoke hearts, mayonnaise, curry powder, chicken breasts
Method: stovetop
Time: 2-5 hours
Ancient Grain Salad
Made with water, millet, quinoa, dried cranberries, parsley, celery, red bell pepper, apple, lemon juice
Method: stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
Tropical Couscous Salad
Made with orange juice, water, olive oil, ground ginger, couscous, mandarin oranges, peas, green onions or scallions, dried cranberries, orange zest
Method: stovetop
Time: 1-2 hours
Quinoa Salad With Spinach, Raisins & Walnuts
Made with garlic, quinoa, dried currants, raisins, water, spinach, lemon, walnuts, parsley, salt and pepper
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Buffet Rice Salad
Made with dried oregano, Dijon mustard, garlic, salt, black pepper, kidney beans, frozen peas, ham, radishes, green bell pepper
Method: stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
Cold Couscous Salad with Lemon Dressing
Made with water, romaine lettuce, plum tomatoes, parsley, green onions, fresh dill, mint, feta cheese, olive oil
Time: under 30 minutes
Raspberry Rice Salad
Made with cornstarch, rice, milk, sugar, whipping cream, frozen raspberries
Method: stovetop
Time: 1-2 hours
South American Rice and Bean Salad
Made with onion, garlic, olive oil, vegetable broth, white rice, pinto beans, tomato, celery, lime juice, dried oregano
Method: oven, stovetop
Time: 2-5 hours
Fried Rice Salad with Sesame Dressing
Made with long-grain rice, cooked rice, medium shrimp, chicken breast, snow peas, champagne vinegar, salt, safflower, sunflower or canola oil
Method: stovetop
Time: over 5 hours
Wild Rice And Artichoke Salad
Made with oil, salt, marinated artichoke hearts, red bell pepper, carrot, olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, garlic
Method: stovetop
Time: 2-5 hours
Rio Grande Quinoa Salad
Made with black beans, lemon juice, olive oil, cilantro, sea salt, black pepper, water, fresh or frozen corn, quinoa, cumin seeds
Method: stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
Couscous, Chicken And Artichoke Salad
Made with cherry tomatoes or grape tomatoes, Parmesan cheese, black pepper, marinated artichoke hearts, couscous or orzo, chicken, green onions, parsley, pine...
Time: under 30 minutes
Cold Stir-Fry Salad With Mushrooms
Made with cashews, raisins, rice, fresh baby spinach, sesame oil, red bell pepper, green bell pepper, celery, fresh shiitake mushrooms, green onions
Method: stovetop
Time: 1-2 hours
Wild Rice Mango Salad
Made with wild rice, chicken breast, avocado, mango, red bell pepper, scallions, almonds, orange juice concentrate, olive oil, black pepper
Method: stovetop
Time: 1-2 hours
Cold Wild Rice Salad
Made with fresh cilantro, sharp cheddar cheese, wild rice, water, salt, tomatoes, jalapeno pepper, green bell pepper, scallions, Monterey Jack cheese
Method: stovetop
Time: 1-2 hours
Quinoa And Feta Salad
Made with salt and pepper, olive oil, quinoa, cashews, fresh basil, fresh cilantro, celery, seedless grapes, feta cheese, lime
Method: stovetop
Time: 1-2 hours
Tumbleweed, Pinto Bean, And Wild Rice Salad
Made with chive blossoms, salt, black pepper, dried pinto beans, tumbleweed greens, curly endive or fennel tops, wild rice, sunflower oil, red wine vinegar...
Method: stovetop
Time: over 5 hours
Love the spinach dip at restaurants like TGIFriday's and the Olive Garden? Make it at home with these easy-to-follow copycat recipes.
What's the secret ingredient in these cakes? Pudding mix. It not only adds flavor but it gives the cake a richer, creamier texture. No one will know your secret ingredient!
A can of cream of mushroom soup can be a real dinner saver. It works great in casseroles and can turn into a sauce or gravy in a pinch.