Saffron Rice Salad
3/4 C. long-grain rice
1 (14 1/2-ounce) can fat-free chicken broth
1/8 tsp. saffron or turmeric
2 T. white wine vinegar
1 tsp. olive oil
1 clove minced garlic
1/4 tsp. white pepper
1/2 C. each chopped red and green bell pepper
1/4 C. sliced scallions
1/4 C. sliced black olives
Lettuce
Combine rice, broth and saffron or turmeric and microwave on high (100 percent power) for 5 minutes. Reduce power to low (30 percent power) and microwave 20 minutes. Let stand 5 minutes. Cool. In a large bowl, mix together vinegar, oil, garlic and pepper. Add cooked rice, bell peppers, scallions and olives; toss lightly. Serve on lettuce.
Yield: 4 servings
Calories: 171
Fat: 2g
Fiber: 2g