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Peanut Mango Crispy Rice Salad

Mackenzie Burgess, RDN
This crispy rice salad is a flavor explosion in every bite—packed with color, crunch, and creamy goodness. We’re baking rice until it’s golden and crispy, then tossing it with creamy avocado, juicy mango, and a silky peanut dressing. Plus, you get to choose your favorite protein like shredded chicken, shelled edamame, or crispy tofu.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings 6 servings
Calories 305 kcal

Ingredients
  

Salad Ingredients:

  • 2 cups cooked long grain white rice
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons oil of your choice, (sesame oil, olive oil, avocado oil, or a blend)
  • 1 English cucumber, chopped (about 2 cups)
  • 1/4 cup chopped green onion, (about 2 bunches)
  • 1 cup diced mango
  • 1 large avocado, diced (about 1 cup)
  • 1 1/2 cups protein of your choice, (edamame, chicken, or tofu)

Peanut Sauce Ingredients:

  • 1/4 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 1 tablespoon sauce of your choice, (low sodium soy sauce, tamari, or coconut aminos)
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice, (about 1 large lime)
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1/2 tablespoon maple syrup
  • 1/2 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1/2 tablespoon minced or grated garlic, (about 3 cloves)
  • 1/2 tablespoon minced or grated fresh ginger, (about a 1-inch piece)
  • 2 tablespoons water

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss the cooked rice with soy sauce and oil in a mixing bowl. Spread it out on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for 40–45 minutes, stirring every 10 minutes, until golden and crispy.
  • Make the peanut sauce. In a small bowl, whisk together all peanut sauce ingredients until smooth. Adjust the water as needed for desired consistency.
  • Combine the base ingredients. In a large bowl, mix together the chopped avocado, cucumber, green onion, mango, and your chosen protein.
  • Assemble the bowls. Fold in the crispy rice and drizzle everything with the peanut sauce.
  • Serve it up. Finish with a spoonful of chili crisp for an extra flavor punch, and enjoy immediately!

Notes

Nutrition Note: This is an estimate provided by an online nutrition calculator. Nutrition may vary depending on ingredients used. This calculation is for olive oil, soy sauce, and edamame. For more nutrition information, seek a professional registered dietitian's advice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 305kcalCarbohydrates: 33gProtein: 9gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 151mgPotassium: 532mgFiber: 5gSugar: 9gCalcium: 62mgIron: 2mg
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