GF DF Rice Salad

This recipe can be dressed up by adding a 6-ounce jar of marinated artichoke hearts. Feel free to add and take away vegetables according to preference.

1 1/3 cups cooked long grain rice (or wild rice)
1 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon finely chopped green onion
1/2 teaspoon curry powder, or to taste
1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste
1/8 teaspoon pepper, or to taste
1 teaspoon mustard
8 ounces cooked ham, cut in thin strips, (1 1/2 cups)
1 cup frozen green peas, cooked then drained and chilled
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved (optional)
1/3 cup coarsely chopped green bell pepper (optional)
1/2 cup chopped celery
1/4 c. sliced almonds (optional)

Toss rice with french dressing; chill thoroughly. Combine mayonnaise, onion, curry, salt, mustard, and dash of pepper. Toss with rice. Add ham and vegetables; toss. Serve salad on chilled melon or avocado slices, or over lettuce leaves.

Serves 6.