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Thai-style Rice with Fresh Vegetables

A light and refreshing Thai-inspired rice dish loaded with crisp cucumber, carrot, and daikon radish, tossed with fresh herbs and a simple lime dressing.

Total time
15 min
Servings
4
Calories
220
Protein
5g
Thai-style Rice with Fresh Vegetables
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Ingredients

  • 3 cups cooked jasmine rice
  • 1 medium cucumber
  • 1 medium carrot
  • 1 small daikon radish
  • ½ cup fresh cilantro
  • ¼ cup fresh mint
  • 3 tablespoons lime juice
  • 2 tablespoons fish sauce

Instructions

  1. 1

    Thinly slice cucumber, carrot, and daikon into matchsticks. Place in a large bowl.

  2. 2

    Add cooked rice to the vegetables and toss gently to combine.

  3. 3

    In a small bowl, whisk lime juice and fish sauce until well blended.

  4. 4

    Pour dressing over rice mixture and toss until everything is coated.

  5. 5

    Chop cilantro and mint leaves; sprinkle over the salad and toss once more.

  6. 6

    Serve immediately, or chill for 10 minutes for a cooler dish.

Tools you’ll need

  • large bowl
  • small bowl
  • knife
  • cutting board
  • measuring spoons

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