Turmeric Rice Salad & Brussels Sprouts

Turmeric is a delicious, fragrant spice, that’s packed with health benefits, but have you ever tried it in a salad. Turmeric Rice Salad with roasted Brussels Sprouts is an easy to make and a delicious preparation that’s absolutely bursting with fresh, warming flavours!

INGREDIENTS

• ¾ cup unsweetened Coconut flakes
• ½ cup sliced Almonds
• 4 cups Brussels sprouts, trimmed
• 6 Tbsp. Grapeseed or Canola oil
• 1 piece Ginger, peeled, grated
• ½ cup Coconut cream
• 1 Tbsp. Honey
• Freshly ground Black pepper
• 2 Tbsp. unseasoned Rice Vinegar
• 1 tsp. Earth Signature High Grade Turmeric Blend
• 8 cups cooked Rice (from 2 cups uncooked)
• ½ cup Cilantro leaves with tender stems
• ½ cup dried unsweetened Cranberries
• ½ cup Mint leaves
• ¼ cup thinly sliced Scallions

PREPARATION

1. Preheat oven to 375 ºF. Spread coconut on a small rimmed baking sheet and toast until golden brown, about 3 minutes. Transfer to a medium bowl.

2. Spread almonds in an even layer on same baking sheet and toast until golden brown, 3–5 minutes. Add to bowl with coconut. Let cool and set aside.

3. Quarter brussels sprouts, reserving any leaves that fall off. Transfer sprouts and leaves to a large rimmed baking sheet and toss with 2 Tbsp. oil. Season with salt and toss again. Roast brussels sprouts until deep golden brown, tender in the center, and crisp around the edges, about 25 minutes.

4. Meanwhile, whisk ginger, coconut cream, and honey in a small bowl. Season with salt and pepper, then whisk in vinegar and 2 Tbsp. oil until dressing is emulsified. Taste and season with salt if needed; set dressing aside.

5. Heat turmeric and remaining 2 Tbsp. oil in a skillet over medium-high. Add rice and cook, tossing, until warmed through, 3–4 minutes. Transfer to a large bowl. Add brussels sprouts to rice and toss to combine.

6. Add cilantro, cranberries, mint, and scallions to bowl with reserved coconut and almonds. Pour in 3 Tbsp. reserved dressing and toss to coat. Top rice salad with cranberry-herb mixture. Serve with remaining dressing alongside.