Lazy Fried Rice Salad

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I call this Lazy Fried Rice Salad because it’s like fried rice only not fried because I was in a hurry to get lunch made and threw the ingredients together to make a chilled salad instead. Or else it’s because I was just feeling lazy and had all the ingredients assembled but didn’t want to get out a pan and make fried rice. Whatever the reason I’m glad I did. I like the chewy texture of the rice with the crunchy freshness of the vegetables and the Tamari Roasted Almonds are like tasty little treasures hidden throughout the salad. Perfect for a fast lunch or side dish at dinner. Go ahead be a little lazy today too but still enjoy a delicious meal.

Kristy

Ingredients:

• 1 tbsp unrefined toasted sesame oil
• 1 tbsp unrefined peanut oil
• 1 tbsp mirin (if you don’t have mirin you can substitute white balsamic vinegar)
• 2 tbsp low sodium tamari (if you follow a gluten free diet be sure to use gluten free tamari)
• 1 tsp raw honey or coconut nectar
• 1 tsp granulated garlic (powder)
• 1/2 tsp ground ginger
• 2 tbsp chives, minced
• 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
• 2 cups cooked brown rice, chilled
• 1/2 cup shredded carrot
• 1/2 cup shredded diakon
• 1/2 cup snow peas, thinly sliced on the diagonal
• 1/4 cup Tamari Roasted Almonds, chopped

Preparation:

1. In a medium sized bowl whisk together the oils, mirin, tamari, honey, garlic,  ginger, chives and red pepper flakes (if using).
2. Add the remaining ingredients and toss to combine.
3. Serve cold.

Nutritional Info:

Makes 6 servings

Nutrients per serving:  Calories: 157, Cal. from Fat: 57, Total Fat: 7g, Sat. Fat: 1g, Carbs: 20g, Fiber: 2.5g, Sugars: 3g, Protein: 4g, Sodium: 306mg, Chol: 0mg

Notes:

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 1-2 days.