Oriental Rice Salad by Lombardo & Bui

Marinate 1 cup of 1/2 inch diced cantaloupe in:
1/3 cup vegetable oil
1 tbsp sesame oil
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
1 tbsp minced garlic
1 tbsp grated ginger
1 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro
2 tsp soy sauce
- Set aside

Mix 4 cups cooked rice with 1/2 inch dices of:
1 red pepper
1 green pepper
1 tomato

Add:
2 chopped scallions
1 cup bean sprouts
- Combine melon, marinade and rice mixture
- Toss well
- Transfer to serving bowl
- Garnish with cantaloupe slices
- Sprinkle with chopped pecans

Serves 4 - 6