Rice Salad with Fava Beans and Pistachios

Ingredients for Rice Salad with Fava Beans and Pistachios

• 90g wild rice

• Kosher salt

• 190g basmati rice

• 1 dried Iranian lime (optional)

• 240ml fresh shelled fava beans (from about 450g pods) or frozen, thawed

• 1/2 cup chopped fresh dill

• 1/2 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley

• 1/2 cup unsalted, raw pistachios

• 60ml olive oil

• 2 teaspoons finely grated lemon zest

• 60ml fresh lemon juice

• 1/2 teaspoons Iranian lime powder or 1 teaspoon finely grated lime zest

• Dried Iranian limes, also known as limu omani, are available at Middle Eastern markets and online.

How to make Rice Salad with Fava Beans and Pistachios

Cook wild rice in a medium pot of boiling salted water until tender and grains start to split, 35–40 minutes. Drain; let cool.

Meanwhile, combine basmati rice, lime, if using, and 350ml water in a medium saucepan, season with salt, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer 10 minutes. Remove from heat and fluff with a fork. Cover; let sit until water is absorbed, about 5 minutes. Let cool; discard lime.

If using fresh fava beans, cook in a large saucepan of boiling salted water until tender, about 4 minutes. Drain; transfer to a bowl of ice water. Drain and peel. (If using frozen fava beans, cook 2 minutes; transfer to a bowl of ice water, then drain.)

Toss wild rice, basmati rice, dill, parsley, pistachios, oil, lemon zest and juice, lime powder, and fava beans in a large bowl; season with salt.

Do ahead: Fava beans can be cooked and peeled 2 days ahead; cover and chill. Wild and basmati rice can be cooked 2 days ahead; cover and chill.

Disclaimer

While every effort has been made to ensure the information is accurate and up to date, individual needs may vary and dietary requirements can differ based on personal health conditions. Always check food labels and allergen information before preparing or consuming any recipe. If you have specific health concerns, allergies, intolerances, or are following a medically prescribed diet, seek advice from your GP, pharmacist, or a registered dietitian before making significant changes to your diet or lifestyle.