Citrus Rice Pilaf Salad

Prep Time 10 minutes    Cook Time 25 minutes     Serves 4

Ingredients

1 package (6 ounces) rice pilaf mix
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1/2 cup orange juice
1 cup (about 6 ounces) halved pitted dried plums (prunes)
1/2 cup sliced green onions
1/2 cup sliced radishes
1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
1/2 to 1 teaspoon finely grated orange peel
Dash hot pepper sauce
4 lettuce leaves
Orange slices (optional)

Directions

Prepare rice mix according to package directions, substituting 1 tablespoon vegetable oil for the butter and 1/2 cup orange juice for 1/2 cup of the water; remove from heat. Stir in dried plums; cool to room temperature. Mix in remaining ingredients except lettuce.

To serve, line 4 plates with lettuce. Spoon equal amounts of rice mixture over each; garnish with orange slices, if desired.

Nutritional Information

Calories

319

Cholesterol

0mg

% of Calories from Fat

11%

Total Fat

4g

Sodium

627mg

Carbohydrates

67g

Protein

6g

Fiber

4g

Potassium

568mg