Black Rice Salad With Red Raisins & Cape Gooseberries
Indulge in a flavorful delight with our Black Rice Salad featuring vibrant red raisins and tangy Cape gooseberries. A harmonious blend of textures and tastes, perfect for a satisfying and refreshing meal.
Prep: 15 mins
Cook: 50 mins
Total: 1 hr 5 mins
Yield: 1 serving
Author’s notes: When I spotted red raisins in the supermarket, I instantly knew what I wanted to do with them: throw them into a bowl of black rice together with cape gooseberries.
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 1 cup water
- ½ cup black rice
- 2 Tbsp raisins
- 1 Tbsp lime juice (or to taste)
- 2–3 Tbsp freshly squeezed orange juice
- 1 Tbsp sweetener of your choice
- 10 gooseberries, cut in half
Instructions
Instructions
- 1. In a pot with a tight-fitting lid, bring the water to a boil. Add a pinch of salt (optional) and black rice. Bring to a boil again and cook with a tightly closed lid for 40 minutes. Remove from heat and allow to rest for 10 minutes.
- 2. Transfer rice to a bowl, allow to cool, and add all other ingredients.
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