Crispy Rice & Edamame Salad

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This crispy rice salad is a perfect way to use up leftover rice, turning it into irresistibly crunchy bites that add texture to every forkful. Paired with fresh cucumbers, creamy avocado, and nutty edamame, it’s a satisfying mix of flavors. The dressing brings everything together with a punchy, nutty tahini-lime combo that’s both bright and savory. Perfect for a light lunch or a flavorful side dish, this salad is as easy as it is delicious!

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Prep time: 15mins
Cook time: 20mins
Serves or Makes: 4 servings

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ingredients

For the Crispy Rice:

  • 1 to 2 cups cooked rice
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon chili crisp

ingredients

For the Dressing:

  • 1/2 cup olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons tahini
  • 1 tablespoon maple syrup
  • Juice of 1–2 limes
  • 1 minced garlic clove
  • to taste Kosher salt
  • to taste Freshly ground black pepper

ingredients

For the Salad:

  • 3 thinly sliced cucumbers
  • 1/2 cup peanuts
  • 1 ripe diced avocado
  • 2 thinly sliced spring onions
  • 2 tablespoons sesame seeds
  • 1 small bunch chopped fresh coriander

Method

  • Step 1

    Preheat the oven to 350°F.

  • Step 2

    Spread the cooked rice on a lined baking tray. Drizzle with soy sauce, sesame oil, and chili crisp, then mix well. Spread it out evenly and bake for 20 minutes, or until crispy.

  • Step 3

    While the rice bakes, prepare the dressing by whisking together olive oil, tahini, maple syrup, lime juice, garlic, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.

  • Step 4

    In a large bowl, combine the cucumbers, edamame, peanuts, avocado, spring onions, sesame seeds, and coriander.

  • Step 5

    Once the rice is crispy, add it to the salad, drizzle with the dressing, toss to combine, and serve immediately.