Wild Rice and Cranberry Salad
A delightful Wild Rice and Cranberry Salad that brings warmth and joy to any gathering with its rich textures and vibrant flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 65 minutes
- Yield: 4-6 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup wild rice
- 2 cups water
- 1 cup dried cranberries
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans
- 1/2 cup diced red onion
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Rinse the wild rice under cold water to remove any impurities. Combine the rinsed rice and 2 cups of water in a saucepan, bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer for 45-50 minutes until tender. Drain excess water and cool completely.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine cooled wild rice, dried cranberries, chopped pecans, and diced red onion.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together olive oil, apple cider vinegar, salt, and pepper. Adjust seasoning to preference.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
Store the salad in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. It tastes even better the next day!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Find it online: https://us.recipesfood.org/wild-rice-cranberry-salad/
