Name: Vibrant Cold Wild Rice Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 4 h 45 min
Yield: 16
Cuisine: US
Ingredients: 4 (6 ounce) packages long grain and wild rice mix; 8.5 cups chicken broth; 0.5 cup pine nuts; 0.25 cup walnut oil; 1 cup roughly chopped walnuts; 1 medium green bell pepper, minced; 1 medium yellow bell pepper, minced; 1 medium red bell pepper, minced; 1 cup minced celery; 1 cup dried cranberries; 0.5 cup thinly sliced scallions; 0.66666668653488 cup rice vinegar; 0.5 cup coarsely chopped fresh basil; 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard; 1 clove garlic, minced; 0.25 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 0.75 cup extra-virgin olive oil

A vibrant tapestry of textures and tastes, this Cold Wild Rice Salad is a symphony of nutty wild rice, crunchy vegetables, sweet cranberries, and a tangy vinaigrette. Perfect as a light lunch, a sophisticated side, or a delightful dish to share.

Follow The Directions

01

Step

In a large saucepan, combine the rice mix (discard seasoning packets) with the chicken broth. Bring to a boil over medium heat, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until the liquid is absorbed. (Approximately 25 minutes)

02

Step

Spread the cooked rice evenly on a baking sheet to cool completely.

03

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While the rice is cooking, toast the pine nuts in a dry skillet over low heat until golden brown. Transfer to a large bowl. (3-5 minutes)

04

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Add 2 teaspoons of walnut oil to the same skillet. Toast the walnuts until golden brown. Add to the bowl with the pine nuts. (3-5 minutes)

05

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In the bowl with the nuts, add the cooled rice, minced bell peppers (green, yellow, and red), celery, cranberries, and scallions. Toss gently to combine.

06

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In a food processor, combine the rice wine vinegar, fresh basil, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, and black pepper. Pulse until well blended.

07

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With the motor running, slowly drizzle in the olive oil and the remaining 1/4 cup of walnut oil through the chute until the vinaigrette is emulsified.