Paella Salad

Summary

Yield6
Prep Time5 minutes

Description

Prep time: 10 minutes
Cook time: 20 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 t salt, divided
  • 1⁄8 t saffron
  • 1 1⁄2 c long grain rice
  • 1⁄4 c Lemon Juice
  • 1⁄4 c Olive oil
  • 1⁄2 t Paprika
  • 15 oz libby's peas & carrots, drained
  • 2 c diced cooked chicken breast
  • 4 oz diced pimentos, drained
  • 1⁄4 c Chopped parsley

Instructions

In saucepan, bring 3 cups water to a boil with 1/2 teaspoon of the salt and the saffron. Stir in rice; when water returns to the boil, reduce heat to low, cover and cook about 20 minutes or until rice has absorbed all the water. Transfer rice to large mixing bowl; gently mix in lemon juice, oil, paprika, and remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt. Allow to cool at room temperature, stirring occasionally. When rice is cool, fold in remaining ingredients; adjust seasoning with salt and lemon juice.