Better Than Potato Salad Recipe

This vibrant rice salad is a refreshing twist on the classic potato salad! Creamy, crunchy, and bursting with flavor, it's perfect for potlucks, barbecues, or a light summer lunch. Forget potatoes – this recipe uses fluffy rice as a base for a unique and delicious salad that's sure to impress.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Calories 194.9 kcal
Protein 10g
Rating 4.8 (4 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Better Than Potato Salad

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How to Make Better Than Potato Salad

  1. Cook 2 cups of rice according to package directions. Fluff with a fork and let cool completely.
  2. While rice cooks, thinly slice 1 cup of radishes, 1/2 cup of cucumber, and 1/4 cup of celery. Finely chop 1/4 cup of red onion.
  3. Hard-boil 3 large eggs. Once cooled, peel and chop them into small pieces.
  4. In a large bowl, combine the cooled rice, radishes, cucumber, celery, red onion, and chopped eggs.
  5. In a separate bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup mayonnaise, 1 tablespoon yellow mustard, and 1 teaspoon salt (or to taste).
  6. Pour the mayonnaise mixture over the rice mixture and gently toss to combine.
  7. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow flavors to meld. Serve chilled and enjoy!
  8. (Optional) Garnish with fresh dill or chives before serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

7 g

Sugar

4g

Fat

2g

Carbs

12g