Ingredients
- Main Ingredients:
- Pesto:
Instructions
Prepare the pesto: combine the basil, pine nuts, garlic, parmesan cheese, lemon juice and salt in a food processor or blender and pulse until well combined.
Add the olive oil and continue to pulse/blend, scraping down the sides as needed, until smooth. Season with more salt to taste.
In a large mixing bowl, stir together the cooked rice and pesto until the rice is completely coated in the pesto. Add the cherry tomatoes, corn, goat cheese, and red onion. Gently stir to incorporate.
Sprinkle the salad with the pine nuts and serve.
A Taste of The Mediterranean At Home
Learn how to prepare your own zesty basil pesto to pair with aromatic Texmati® Rice, juicy tomatoes, creamy goat cheese and other vegetables. Enjoy a taste of the Mediterranean at home by saving this pesto sauce recipe for other Italian-inspired meal ideas like a pesto chicken risotto, a twist on our classic Arborio Rice recipe.
Looking for a few more meal ideas? Next, try an Orzo Greek Salad or a Chicken Shawarma with Turmeric Pearl Couscous. If you’re wondering what is pearl couscous? Find everything you need to know in our guide to couscous varieties!
Using Goats Cheese in Your Meals
A tangy cheese with a creamy sourness, goats cheese adds a unique flavor to a wide range of dishes. Because of its bold and distinct taste, it is best to use goat cheese in moderation. Crumble it into salads, stuff an herby chicken breast, or melt it into a creamy pasta for an added depth of flavor.
A beautiful contrast to sweeter ingredients, goats cheese pairs well with beets, honey, and fruits. Make this Beet and Goat Cheese Risotto Recipe to find out just how well these flavors work together.
Cooking with RiceSelect® Texmati® White Rice
A hybrid grain with a nutty flavor, our Texmati rice is pleasantly aromatic and the perfect ingredient for home chefs looking for new ways to create delicious meals. Check out this blog to learn more about why Texmati Rice is the Chef Approved and Foodie Favorite pick for your kitchen!
Rice is a staple ingredient in households around the world. You might think that any rice will do as the base for your bowls and sides, but using a high quality and flavorful rice will make a huge difference in your meals. Build flavor from the bottom up and create dishes like this tasty Texmati® Rice Migas Recipe for a loaded breakfast with a kick.
