The Odessa Record -

Summer side dishes are in demand with warmer weather finally arriving. Barbecues, picnics and other outdoor events calling for a dish to share fill calendars. Salads are an easy, portable choice for such events. Pasta, vegetable and potato-based salads often utilize items already in your pantry.

Summer Rice Salad is a nice change from the traditional macaroni salad. I developed this recipe several years ago when needing a gluten free salad, and a suitable gluten free pasta was not available.

Summer Rice Salad

3 cups cooked rice, drained and chilled

6 hard cooked eggs, peeled and chopped

1 c...