Authentic Paella Salad Recipe: A Flavorful & Vibrant Dish

INGREDIENTS

Garlic Dressing (recipe) 2‑1/2 cups water 1 cup uncooked rice 1 teaspoon salt 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon powdered saffron 2 cups cubed cooked chicken 1 cup cooked deveined medium shrimp (about 4 ounces) 1 cup diced cooked artichoke hearts 1/2 cup cooked peas 2 tablespoons chopped salami 2 tablespoons thinly sliced green onions 2 tablespoons chopped drained pimiento 1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley Lettuce or fresh spinach leaves 1 large tomato, seeded and cubed (optional)

PREPARATION:

1. Prepare Garlic Dressing; set aside.
2. Bring water to a boil in 1-quart saucepan. Stir rice, salt and saffron into water. Reduce heat; cover and simmer 20 minutes. Remove from heat; let stand until water is absorbed, about 5 minutes. Refrigerate until cool, about 15 minutes.
3. Place cooled rice, chicken, shrimp, artichoke hearts, peas, salami, onions, pimiento and parsley in large bowl; toss well. Pour dressing over salad; toss lightly to coat. Cover; refrigerate 1 hour.
4. Arrange lettuce on large serving platter or individual serving plates; top with salad mixture. Garnish with tomato.

This recipe appears in: European