Rice is boiled in a large amount of salted water, drain and allow to drain well and while still hot, stir in the vinegar, the oil, grated nutmeg and chopped tarragon. Tomatoes are scalded with boiling water, peel, cut into pieces, add salt and sprinkle with pepper. Rice ranks in the salad, place the tomatoes on top and sprinkle with finely chopped garlic and parsley. The salad is served to lean meats or boiled eggs.