Asparagus, Cucumber and Rice Salad
Asparagus, Cucumber and Rice Salad brings together fluffy long-grain rice with crisp-tender asparagus and cool cucumber, all brightened by fresh dill. A tangy Dijon vinaigrette ties everything together and contrasts nicely with the buttery lettuce base. Serve it chilled for lunch, a light dinner, or as a spring picnic side when you want something fresh and vibrant.
- Prep15 mins
- Cook25 mins
- Serves6
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Asparagus, Cucumber and Rice Salad, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 54 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 26 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 94 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Unprocessed or minimally processed
- 1 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 73
- Heart Health
- 49
- Metabolic
- 42
- Digestive
- 37
- Inflammatory
- 34
- Performance
- 55
- General Wellness
- 1
Bring 1 3/4 cups water to a boil in a medium saucepan; add the rice and return to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and cook until the water is absorbed and the rice is tender, about 20 minutes. Fluff with a fork; transfer to a bowl. Let cool.
- 2
Cook the asparagus in a large saucepan of boiling salted water until tender, about 1 minute. Drain; rinse with cold water to cool. Stir the asparagus, cucumber, and green onions into the rice. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap; refrigerate until chilled.
- 3
Meanwhile, whisk the chopped dill, oil, Dijon mustard, sugar, vinegar, and dry mustard together in a bowl. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap; refrigerate until chilled.
- 4
Pour the vinaigrette over the rice mixture; season with salt and black pepper and toss to combine. Line a large bowl with lettuce leaves; add the rice mixture. Garnish with dill sprigs.
- Calories 234.84 kcal Moderate 12%
- Protein 5.83 g Moderate 12%
- Carbohydrate 40.76 g 15%
- Total Fat 6.13 g Moderate 8%
- Saturated Fat 0.89 g Low Source 4%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 0.0 mg Low Source 0%
- Sodium 104.53 mg Low Source 5%
- Dietary Fiber 5.43 g Moderate 19%
- Total Sugars 7.94 g --
- Added Sugars 3.32 g Moderate 7%
- Calcium 60.15 mg Low Source 5%
- Iron 4.39 mg Good Source 24%
- Potassium 474.1 mg Moderate 10%
- Vitamin A 231.85 mcg Good Source 26%
- Vitamin C 19.64 mg Good Source 22%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Mustard
- Onions 🧅
About This Recipe
Asparagus, Cucumber and Rice Salad is a French side dish recipe made with 12 ingredients. It takes about 40 mins, serves 6, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Asparagus, Butter Lettuce, Cucumber, and Dijon Mustard. Each serving provides about 234.84 kcal.
Recipe Questions
- What is Asparagus, Cucumber and Rice Salad?
- It is a French salad recipe made with 12 ingredients, usually served for side dish or lunch or salad.
- What is Asparagus, Cucumber and Rice Salad made of?
- The main ingredients are Asparagus, Butter Lettuce, Cucumber, Dijon Mustard, Dry Mustard. The full list of 12 is above.
- How long does it take to make Asparagus, Cucumber and Rice Salad?
- About 40 mins in total: 15 mins to prepare and 25 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 234.84 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Asparagus, Cucumber and Rice Salad easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 12 ingredients and 4 steps.
- Is Asparagus, Cucumber and Rice Salad healthy?
- Asparagus, Cucumber and Rice Salad has an easyChef Pro health score of 56/100. Per serving, it provides 234.84 calories and 5.83 g of protein, or 12% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of iron, vitamin A and vitamin C. Worth noting per serving: added sugars at 3.32 g (7% of the Daily Value). It contains Mustard and Onions, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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