This post is sponsored by Tilda®.  All comments and opinions are my own.

Pasta salads are ideal for picnics, barbecues, potlucks, and any other gathering when you need a dish that is easy to transport and can be made ahead of time. But, when you want to shake things up, why not swap out the pasta and whip up a delicious rice salad instead?!

Rice salads are just as easy as their pasta counterparts. Just toss some tasty rice with veggies and a tasty dressing and you’re in business. And if you start with Tilda® Ready to Heat Rice, you can have a delicious rice salad in a matter of minutes. There’s no major cooking needed, just heat that delicious flavor infused rice and toss with a few ingredients and you have a mouth-watering rice salad in no time flat.

One of my all-time favorite rice salads is that Bombay Rice Salad you see above. It has amazing texture and big flavor and is ready in less than 15 minutes, start to finish…. even quicker if you are handy with a knife!

It all starts with a couple of pouches of Tilda® Ready to Heat Bombay Rice. That perfectly flavored rice is paired with some fresh cucumber, red onion, bell pepper, cilantro, chopped green onion and a can of chickpeas. Then you whisk up a simple dressing with mango chutney, lemon juice and curry and just toss it all together. Pomegranate arils and toasted walnuts are the finishing touch for a rice salad that is both savory and sweet with just a touch of heat. It’s ideal as a side to a grilled protein and is perfect as an entree if you are looking for a hearty, meatless meal.

And if you need a dish for a gathering, this recipe can be doubled or tripled to feed a crowd.

Even better, you’ll find all those delicious varieties of Tilda® Ready to Heat Rice on sale as part of the Extra Savings Flyer. Stock your cart with all the tasty varieties while they are on sale buy one, get one FREE as part of the Publix ad valid 5/25 –  5/31.

Tilda® Ready to Heat Rice, 8.5 oz, BOGO $1.99

Grab savings and pick up a few ingredients and you can have this tasty Bombay Rice Salad on your table in a flash!

Tilda® Ready to Heat Rice is high-quality rice that’s made with real ingredients. And now it’s available at Publix! With three amazing flavors, you’ll have what you need to get adventurous in the kitchen and bring multicultural flavors into all your dishes.

• TILDA® READY TO HEAT PURE BASMATI RICE
• TILDA® READY TO HEAT PERI PERI RICE 
• TILDA® READY TO HEAT BOMBAY RICE

Amazing in this and so many different recipes, Tilda® Ready to Heat Rice makes it easy to add big flavor to all your favorite dishes. Try them all and enjoy quality rice in just seconds from your microwave.

• Non-GMO Project Verified
• Gluten Free
• Preservative Free
• No Artificial Flavors or Synthetic Colors
• Made with Real Ingredients
• Unique pouch made from BPA-Free Packaging

TILDA® READY TO HEAT PURE BASMATI RICE – Savor the delightful flavor of aromatic and fluffy Ready to Heat Pure Basmati Rice in any meal. Steamed to capture its delightful aroma and luxurious texture, our slender basmati grains are a delicious pairing for all your international and flavorful meal ideas.

Recipe Inspiration: This versatile microwavable rice is made with wholesome ingredients and its suitable for vegans and vegetarians; it contains no added salt or preservatives. Serve this convenient yet authentic rice as a side dish with classics like Chicken Tikka Masala, your favorite curry recipe, or a vegetable stir fry.

TILDA® READY TO HEAT PERI PERI RICE – With an amazing South African-inspired taste, Tilda® Ready to Heat Peri Peri is steamed long-grain rice infused with flavorful tomato and fiery pepper for an extra kick.

Recipe Inspiration: Traditionally part of classic dishes like Peri Peri Chicken, find recipe inspiration with Tilda®. Serve it as an ideal side dish to complement grilled meats, fish, stir-fried vegetables and many other delicious recipes.  It is also suitable for vegan and vegetarian meals.

TILDA® READY TO HEAT BOMBAY RICE – Prized for its aromatic fragrance and flavor, Tilda® Ready to Heat Bombay Basmati Rice is infused with the warmth of cumin, ginger and garam masala for just the right touch of heat.

Recipe Inspiration:  The slender and fluffy Basmati Rice grains are ideal for anything from savory pilaf to authentic Indian-inspired dishes like Salmon Kedegree and Baked Vegetable Biryani.  Suitable for vegan and vegetarian diets, this high-quality rice is ideal for adding a bit of culture to your kitchen.