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Citrus Ginger Black Rice Salad

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A vibrant and refreshing black rice salad with grapefruit, snap peas, red cabbage, and scallions, tossed in a zesty ginger-sesame dressing. Optional oven-baked tofu makes it hearty enough for a main dish while keeping it light and energizing.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup forbidden black rice
  • 2 cups water
  • 2 tablespoons grapeseed oil, divided
  • 8 oz snap peas (about 2¼ cups)
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon tamari
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 2 teaspoons finely grated ginger
  • 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
  • 2 cups shredded red cabbage
  • 2 grapefruits, segmented
  • 3 scallions (green onions), thinly sliced
  • ⅓ cup chopped cilantro
  • 12 oz extra-firm tofu, cubed (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon Sriracha (for tofu)
  • 1 tablespoon tamari (for tofu)
  • 1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey (for tofu)

Instructions

  1. Rinse black rice and combine with water in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover, and simmer 30–35 minutes until tender. Let sit covered 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork.
  2. If using tofu, preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss cubed tofu with Sriracha, tamari, and maple syrup. Spread on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake 25–30 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and crisp.
  3. Heat 1 tablespoon grapeseed oil in a skillet. Sauté snap peas 2 minutes until bright green and just tender. Set aside to cool.
  4. Whisk lime juice, tamari, rice vinegar, ginger, sesame oil, and remaining 1 tablespoon grapeseed oil to make the dressing.
  5. In a large bowl, combine rice, snap peas, cabbage, grapefruit, scallions, and cilantro. Pour dressing over and toss well.
  6. Top with baked tofu if using, and serve chilled or at room temperature.

Notes

  • Swap grapefruit with oranges or blood oranges for a sweeter variation.
  • Add toasted sesame seeds, cashews, or edamame for extra crunch and protein.
  • Use brown rice, wild rice, or red rice if black rice isn’t available.
  • Segment grapefruit carefully and drain to prevent excess liquid in the salad.
  • Cook rice ahead of time for quicker assembly.

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