Delicious and Healthy Wild Rice Salad Recipe

This flavorful and nutritious wild rice salad is packed with a variety of fresh ingredients, making it a perfect dish for summer picnics, potlucks, or as a light meal. The combination of wild rice, vegetables, nuts, and herbs creates a delicious and satisfying salad that is sure to impress.

Ingredients

• 1 cup wild rice
• 2 cups water
• 1/4 cup red onion, finely diced
• 1/4 cup red bell pepper, diced
• 1/4 cup cucumber, diced
• 1/4 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1/4 cup green onions, sliced
• 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
• 1/4 cup walnuts, chopped
• 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
• 1 tablespoon dijon mustard
• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

1. In a medium pot, bring 2 cups of water to a boil. Add the wild rice, cover, and simmer for 30 minutes or until the rice is tender and the water is absorbed.
2. Transfer the cooked wild rice to a large mixing bowl and let it cool.
3. Add the red onion, red bell pepper, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, green onions, parsley, walnuts, and feta cheese to the bowl with the wild rice.
4. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, dijon mustard, salt, and pepper.
5. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine all the ingredients.
6. Adjust seasoning as needed and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.
7. Serve the wild rice salad chilled or at room temperature and enjoy!

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