Basmati Rice and Corn Salad

Portion Size: ½ cup

Ingredients: Yields: 8 servings

Ingredients Notes: 
2 cups basmati riceUncooked
1 quart water 
2 cups frozen whole kernel corn 
3 tablespoons corn oil 
1 lemonWashed and juiced
½ cup red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons oil 
1 tablespoon white sugar 
½ cup minced fresh basil 
½ teaspoon salt 
¼ teaspoon pepper
3 tomatoes Washed, peeled, seeded and diced 
1 large red onionWashed, peeled and diced 
6 green onions Washed, trimmed and thinly sliced. 

Directions:

Steps:Directions: Critical Control Point / Quality Assurance
1In a medium pot, bring the basmati rice and water to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover and simmer for 20 minutes.Cook until internal temperature reaches 135°F.
2In a bowl, mix the lemon juice, red wine vinegar, oil, sugar, basil, salt and pepper.
3In a large bowl, toss together the cooked rice, corn, tomatoes, oil mixture, red onion and green onions.
4Chill.  Serve cold.

Jacqueline Larson M.S., R.D.N. and Associates