California Rice Salad
This California Rice Salad combines fluffy rice with colorful vegetables and fresh ingredients for a light, flavorful dish. A refreshing and versatile side that's perfect for summer gatherings, picnics, or potlucks!
Ingredients
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4 cups cooked white rice
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1 1/2 cups packed arugula or spinach
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1/2 lb (250g) bacon, cooked, drained and crumbled
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1/2 cup sliced red onion
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1/3 cup olive oil
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1 tbsp Dijon-style mustard
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- salt and pepper, to taste
Steps to Sunshine!
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Drain pineapple; reserve 1/4 cup of the juice.
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In large bowl, combine rice, pineapple chunks, arugula, bacon and onion.
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Whisk together olive oil, reserved juice and mustard in small bowl. Season with salt and pepper. Pour over rice mixture; toss to evenly coat.
