Best 17 Addicting Wild Rice Asparagus Salad Recipes

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Prepare to tantalize your taste buds with our journey into the realm of culinary delights! In this comprehensive guide, we will unveil the secrets to crafting the most delectable and addictive wild rice asparagus salad that will leave you craving for more. We'll explore a symphony of flavors, textures, and colors that come together to create this extraordinary dish. From perfectly cooked wild rice to crisp asparagus and a tangy vinaigrette dressing, each bite will be a burst of sensations that will keep you coming back for more. So, gather your ingredients, prepare your kitchen, and let's embark on a culinary adventure that will transform your perception of salads forever!

Here are our top 17 tried and tested recipes!

WILD RICE ASPARAGUS SALAD (WEIGHT WATCHERS)



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Got this from one of my friend's Weight Watchers cooking book. Haven't tried it yet. This counts 2 points per serving

Provided by Marsha D.

Categories     Long Grain Rice

Time 4h10m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 teaspoons chicken bouillon cubes
1/2 cup regular long grain rice
1/2 cup wild rice, rinsed
1 lb asparagus, cut into 1-inch lengths
1 red bell pepper, chopped
1 red onion, chopped
1/2 cup chopped parsley
1/3 cup white wine vinegar
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon sugar
1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
12 leaves red leaf lettuce

Steps:

  • In a medium saucepan, combine 2 3/4 cups water and add bouillon cubes, bring to a boil.
  • Add both kinds of rice. Reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 45-50 minutes. Remove from heat.
  • In a large bowl combine rest of ingredients except the lettuce leaves.
  • Add rice to bowl with ingredients and toss to combine.
  • Place lettuce leaves on a larger platter and top with rice mixture.
  • Refrigerate, covered until chill, about 3 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 165.1, Fat 3, SaturatedFat 0.5, Cholesterol 0.1, Sodium 149.1, Carbohydrate 30.4, Fiber 3.7, Sugar 4, Protein 6

ADDICTING WILD RICE & ASPARAGUS SALAD



Addicting Wild Rice & Asparagus Salad image

Make and share this Addicting Wild Rice & Asparagus Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Chef amfox

Categories     Rice

Time 30m

Yield 4-6 , 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 (5 ounce) packages long grain and wild rice blend (Mahatmas brand)
1 onion, chopped (yellow works best)
2 -4 garlic cloves, minced (more or less to your liking)
3 cups asparagus, chopped in 1 . 5 in pieces (about 1 cluster total)
14 ounces chopped portabella mushrooms
1 (8 ounce) can chicken broth
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
garlic salt (a few dashes to your liking)
1/2-1 cup pine nuts or 1/2-1 cup sliced almonds
1 cup craisins

Steps:

  • 1. Cook rice according to directions. About 2 minutes BEFORE rice is finished, add craisins and simmer until rice is cooked.
  • 2. In a frying pan, add 1 can of broth, garlic, and onion. Simmer for about 2-3 minutes and then add the asparagus until cooked to your liking. Add mushrooms and cook for about 5 more minutes, more or less.
  • 3. Drain any remaining broth and mix the onion mix with the rice and craisins.
  • 4. Add vinegar & olive oil, mix well. Then add garlic salt and mix.
  • 4. If using nuts, place then under a the broiler for a minute or two (watch them carefully so not to burn!) and then add them to the salad.
  • 5. This dish can be served hot and is also quite tasty cold for a quick leftover dish!

RICE, ASPARAGUS AND CUCUMBER SALAD



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This is a tasty rice salad with lots of fresh green veggies.

Provided by Allrecipes Member

Categories     Cucumber Salad

Time 1h40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 ¾ cups water
1 cup long-grain white rice
1 pound thin asparagus spears, trimmed and cut into 1 inch
1 ½ cups English cucumber - peeled, seeded and chopped
3 green onions, chopped
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon white sugar
1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
½ teaspoon dry mustard
2 ½ tablespoons vegetable oil
¼ cup chopped fresh dill weed
4 heads butter lettuce

Steps:

  • In a medium saucepan, bring 1 3/4 cups water to boil. Add rice; return to boil. Reduce heat to low, cover and cook until water is absorbed and rice is tender, about 20 minutes. Fluff with fork; transfer to bowl. Cool to room temperature.
  • Cook asparagus in a large saucepan of boiling salted water until tender, about 1 minute. Drain and rinse with cold water to cool. Cut the asparagus into 1-inch pieces. Add asparagus, cucumber and green onions to rice.
  • Whisk together the mustard, sugar, vinegar, dry mustard, oil and chopped dill. Cover salad and dressing separately. Refrigerate until chilled.
  • Pour dressing into salad and season with salt and pepper. Line large bowl with lettuce and mound salad in bowl. Garnish with dill sprigs.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 214 calories, Carbohydrate 34.7 g, Fat 6.4 g, Fiber 3.6 g, Protein 5.8 g, SaturatedFat 0.9 g, Sodium 136.4 mg, Sugar 4.7 g

WILD RICE AND ASPARAGUS CHICKEN BREASTS



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Stir-fried chicken breast with asparagus served over wild or long-grain rice. Quick and tasty.

Provided by VISTACO

Categories     Chicken Breast Stir-Fry

Time 30m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 whole boneless, skinless chicken breast, cubed
2 cups wild rice, cooked
½ pound fresh asparagus
3 tablespoons hoisin sauce
4 tablespoons peanut oil
1 tablespoon brown sugar

Steps:

  • Cut asparagus into 3/4 inch to 1 inch pieces, discarding tough bottoms of spears. In a small bowl, mix together the hoisin sauce and brown sugar and set aside. Prepare rice OR reheat cooked rice and keep warm.
  • Heat wok over medium high heat. When hot, dribble 1 tablespoon of oil around the rim. Stir fry asparagus for approximately 2 minutes. Remove from the wok and keep warm. Heat wok to high heat.
  • Heat wok to high heat. Add 2 tablespoons of oil and the chicken pieces and stir fry until the chicken is no longer pink. Add the reserved asparagus and hoisin/sugar sauce and stir fry all together until pieces are coated with sauce. Serve over the hot rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 635.4 calories, Carbohydrate 56.6 g, Cholesterol 69.2 mg, Fat 30 g, Fiber 5.9 g, Protein 37.1 g, SaturatedFat 5.2 g, Sodium 473.4 mg, Sugar 16.4 g

WILD RICE AND ASPARAGUS CHICKEN BREASTS



Wild Rice and Asparagus Chicken Breasts image

Stir-fried chicken breast with asparagus served over wild or long-grain rice. Quick and tasty.

Provided by VISTACO

Categories     Chicken Breast Stir-Fry

Time 30m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 whole boneless, skinless chicken breast, cubed
2 cups wild rice, cooked
½ pound fresh asparagus
3 tablespoons hoisin sauce
4 tablespoons peanut oil
1 tablespoon brown sugar

Steps:

  • Cut asparagus into 3/4 inch to 1 inch pieces, discarding tough bottoms of spears. In a small bowl, mix together the hoisin sauce and brown sugar and set aside. Prepare rice OR reheat cooked rice and keep warm.
  • Heat wok over medium high heat. When hot, dribble 1 tablespoon of oil around the rim. Stir fry asparagus for approximately 2 minutes. Remove from the wok and keep warm. Heat wok to high heat.
  • Heat wok to high heat. Add 2 tablespoons of oil and the chicken pieces and stir fry until the chicken is no longer pink. Add the reserved asparagus and hoisin/sugar sauce and stir fry all together until pieces are coated with sauce. Serve over the hot rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 635.4 calories, Carbohydrate 56.6 g, Cholesterol 69.2 mg, Fat 30 g, Fiber 5.9 g, Protein 37.1 g, SaturatedFat 5.2 g, Sodium 473.4 mg, Sugar 16.4 g

ASPARAGUS AND WILD RICE CASSEROLE



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I learned the fun of cooking as a child. I love to create as I cook- this recipe is a combination of several different asparagus dishes. It's also tasty with pieces of cooked duck added to the wild rice.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 55m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons chopped onion
1 tablespoon butter
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1/8 teaspoon salt
1 cup milk
1/2 cup sour cream
2 cups cooked wild rice
2 pounds fresh asparagus, cut into 2-inch pieces and cooked
3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
6 bacon strips, diced and cooked

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, saute onion in butter until tender. Add flour and salt; stir to make a paste. Add milk; cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until mixture thickens. Cool 1 minute more. Remove from heat; stir in sour cream until smooth. , In a greased 11x7-in. baking dish, layer wild rice, asparagus, sour cream mixture, cheese and bacon. Bake at 350° for 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 247 calories, Fat 14g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 44mg cholesterol, Sodium 294mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 11g protein.

PAULA DEEN'S WILD RICE SALAD



Paula Deen's Wild Rice Salad image

I saw this recipe about a year ago and just now got around to making it. Can't BELIEVE I waited this long but you can bet we will be having it again soon and often!

Provided by Sherrybeth

Categories     Rice

Time 50m

Yield 10-12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 18

2 cups water
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup wild rice
1 (6 ounce) jar marinated artichoke hearts, drained and halved, reserving marinade
1 (6 ounce) can English peas (green)
1/3 cup green bell pepper, coarsely chopped (of you can use yellow, red or orange for more color and milder flavor)
3 green onions, chopped (both the white and green parts)
1/4 cup almonds, toasted (slivered)
1 1/3 cups canola oil
1/2 cup white vinegar
1/4 cup parmesan cheese, grated
1 tablespoon sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon celery seed
1/2 teaspoon white pepper
1/2 teaspoon dry mustard
1/4 teaspoon paprika
1 garlic clove, minced

Steps:

  • In a 1-quart pot with a lid, bring 2 cups water and the salt to a boil.
  • Add the rice and stir well.
  • Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 45 minutes to 1 hour.
  • Drain excess liquid from the rice.
  • Meanwhile, combine all the dressing ingredients in a jar with a tight-fitting lid and shake well. Refrigerate until ready to use.
  • In a large bowl, combine the rice, artichoke hearts, peas, green pepper, green onions, tomatoes, reserved marinade, and half of the dressing.
  • Toss well.
  • Cover and chill or eat at room temperature.
  • Just before serving, toss again and taste.
  • Add some of the remaining dressing, if desired.
  • Sprinkle with the almonds and serve.

WILD RICE AND ASPARAGUS CHICKEN BREASTS



Wild Rice and Asparagus Chicken Breasts image

Stir-fried chicken breast with asparagus served over wild or long-grain rice. Quick and tasty.

Provided by VISTACO

Categories     Chicken Breast Stir-Fry

Time 30m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 whole boneless, skinless chicken breast, cubed
2 cups wild rice, cooked
½ pound fresh asparagus
3 tablespoons hoisin sauce
4 tablespoons peanut oil
1 tablespoon brown sugar

Steps:

  • Cut asparagus into 3/4 inch to 1 inch pieces, discarding tough bottoms of spears. In a small bowl, mix together the hoisin sauce and brown sugar and set aside. Prepare rice OR reheat cooked rice and keep warm.
  • Heat wok over medium high heat. When hot, dribble 1 tablespoon of oil around the rim. Stir fry asparagus for approximately 2 minutes. Remove from the wok and keep warm. Heat wok to high heat.
  • Heat wok to high heat. Add 2 tablespoons of oil and the chicken pieces and stir fry until the chicken is no longer pink. Add the reserved asparagus and hoisin/sugar sauce and stir fry all together until pieces are coated with sauce. Serve over the hot rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 635.4 calories, Carbohydrate 56.6 g, Cholesterol 69.2 mg, Fat 30 g, Fiber 5.9 g, Protein 37.1 g, SaturatedFat 5.2 g, Sodium 473.4 mg, Sugar 16.4 g

WILD RICE SALAD



Wild Rice Salad image

I recently had this rice salad at a baby shower and everyone wanted the recipe. It's beyond delicious! So many tasty treats in this one. The lady that made it told me she got the recipe from a local chef here in Saratoga Springs.

Provided by ihvhope

Categories     Summer

Time 1h30m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 21

1 cup wild rice
4 cups water
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup diced red bell pepper
1/4 cup diced yellow bell pepper
1/4 cup diced red onion
1/4 cup diced scallion
1/4 cup diced celery
1/4 cup pistachio nut
1/4 cup diced dried apricot
1/4 cup raisins or 1/4 cup currants
1/4 cup cranberries or 1/4 cup cherries
1 tablespoon toasted salted sunflower seeds
1/4 cup balsamic vinaigrette
3/4 cup olive oil
1 minced garlic clove
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon honey

Steps:

  • Combine rice, water and salt together in a large pot and bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer for 50 to 60 minutes.
  • Drain rice and chill.
  • Combine the chilled rice with the vegetables, fruit, and nuts.
  • Whisk vinegar, oil, garlic, salt, pepper, oregano, mustard and honey.
  • Starting with 1/3 cup of the dressing add to the rice mixture and blend.
  • Taste and adjust with more or less to suit your personal tastes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 312.9, Fat 22.8, SaturatedFat 3.1, Sodium 602.6, Carbohydrate 25.2, Fiber 2.8, Sugar 7.1, Protein 4.5

ASPARAGUS CASHEW RICE PILAF



Asparagus Cashew Rice Pilaf image

This is an adaptation of an old Armenian recipe, and this variation is so delicious I can't stop eating it. It's a great way to stretch expensive seasonal asparagus and pricey cashews. It's great as a side dish or as a vegetarian entree.

Provided by SABRINATEE

Categories     Side Dish     Rice Side Dish Recipes     Pilaf

Time 50m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

¼ cup butter
2 ounces uncooked spaghetti, broken
¼ cup minced onion
½ teaspoon minced garlic
1 ¼ cups uncooked jasmine rice
2 ¼ cups vegetable broth
salt and pepper to taste
½ pound fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2 inch pieces
½ cup cashew halves

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium-low heat. Increase heat to medium, and stir in spaghetti, cooking until coated with the melted butter and lightly browned.
  • Stir onion and garlic into the saucepan, and cook about 2 minutes, until tender. Stir in jasmine rice, and cook about 5 minutes. Pour in vegetable broth. Season mixture with salt and pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil, cover, and cook 20 minutes, until rice is tender and liquid has been absorbed.
  • Place asparagus in a separate medium saucepan with enough water to cover. Bring to a boil, and cook until tender but firm.
  • Mix asparagus and cashew halves into the rice mixture, and serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 249 calories, Carbohydrate 35.1 g, Cholesterol 15.3 mg, Fat 10 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 5.3 g, SaturatedFat 4.5 g, Sodium 172.8 mg, Sugar 2.2 g

PERSIAN-FLAVORED WILD RICE SALAD



Persian-Flavored Wild Rice Salad image

This is a recipe of my own, using flavor combinations from Iran and west-central Asia (not flavored with actual Persians, as the title might seem to suggest). Pomegranate syrup is available in Middle Eastern stores; there is also a product sold by Trader Joe's called "Pomegranate Glaze" which would work, too. If you feel that the syrup is too tart, you could add a tiny amount of sugar to smooth it out a bit. Walnut oil could also be substituted for the olive oil.

Provided by Sass Smith

Categories     Rice

Time 1h

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 cup wild rice
2 cups chicken stock
2 tablespoons pomegranate syrup
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 cup walnuts

Steps:

  • Cook wild rice according to package directions, substituting stock for water. Cool to room temperature.
  • Meanwhile, gently dry-toast the walnuts in a skillet, keeping a close eye on them. This should take 10 or so minutes.
  • Toss the cooled rice with oil, then syrup. Salt to taste.
  • Garnish with toasted walnuts.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 311.5, Fat 14.8, SaturatedFat 1.8, Cholesterol 3.6, Sodium 174.8, Carbohydrate 36.2, Fiber 3.5, Sugar 3.3, Protein 11.1

RICE, ASPARAGUS AND CUCUMBER SALAD



Rice, Asparagus and Cucumber Salad image

This is a tasty rice salad with lots of fresh green veggies.

Provided by Allrecipes Member

Categories     Cucumber Salad

Time 1h40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 ¾ cups water
1 cup long-grain white rice
1 pound thin asparagus spears, trimmed and cut into 1 inch
1 ½ cups English cucumber - peeled, seeded and chopped
3 green onions, chopped
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon white sugar
1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
½ teaspoon dry mustard
2 ½ tablespoons vegetable oil
¼ cup chopped fresh dill weed
4 heads butter lettuce

Steps:

  • In a medium saucepan, bring 1 3/4 cups water to boil. Add rice; return to boil. Reduce heat to low, cover and cook until water is absorbed and rice is tender, about 20 minutes. Fluff with fork; transfer to bowl. Cool to room temperature.
  • Cook asparagus in a large saucepan of boiling salted water until tender, about 1 minute. Drain and rinse with cold water to cool. Cut the asparagus into 1-inch pieces. Add asparagus, cucumber and green onions to rice.
  • Whisk together the mustard, sugar, vinegar, dry mustard, oil and chopped dill. Cover salad and dressing separately. Refrigerate until chilled.
  • Pour dressing into salad and season with salt and pepper. Line large bowl with lettuce and mound salad in bowl. Garnish with dill sprigs.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 214 calories, Carbohydrate 34.7 g, Fat 6.4 g, Fiber 3.6 g, Protein 5.8 g, SaturatedFat 0.9 g, Sodium 136.4 mg, Sugar 4.7 g

RICE, ASPARAGUS AND CUCUMBER SALAD



Rice, Asparagus and Cucumber Salad image

This is a tasty rice salad with lots of fresh green veggies.

Provided by Allrecipes Member

Categories     Cucumber Salad

Time 1h40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 ¾ cups water
1 cup long-grain white rice
1 pound thin asparagus spears, trimmed and cut into 1 inch
1 ½ cups English cucumber - peeled, seeded and chopped
3 green onions, chopped
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon white sugar
1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
½ teaspoon dry mustard
2 ½ tablespoons vegetable oil
¼ cup chopped fresh dill weed
4 heads butter lettuce

Steps:

  • In a medium saucepan, bring 1 3/4 cups water to boil. Add rice; return to boil. Reduce heat to low, cover and cook until water is absorbed and rice is tender, about 20 minutes. Fluff with fork; transfer to bowl. Cool to room temperature.
  • Cook asparagus in a large saucepan of boiling salted water until tender, about 1 minute. Drain and rinse with cold water to cool. Cut the asparagus into 1-inch pieces. Add asparagus, cucumber and green onions to rice.
  • Whisk together the mustard, sugar, vinegar, dry mustard, oil and chopped dill. Cover salad and dressing separately. Refrigerate until chilled.
  • Pour dressing into salad and season with salt and pepper. Line large bowl with lettuce and mound salad in bowl. Garnish with dill sprigs.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 214 calories, Carbohydrate 34.7 g, Fat 6.4 g, Fiber 3.6 g, Protein 5.8 g, SaturatedFat 0.9 g, Sodium 136.4 mg, Sugar 4.7 g

WILD RICE SALAD WITH CURRY DRESSING



Wild Rice Salad With Curry Dressing image

This is a relatively easy to prepare side dish with a wonderful melding of flavors. Try it warm or cold when you're in the mood for something different!

Provided by 75violets

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 40m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 (6 ounce) package long grain and wild rice blend
2 cups chicken broth
1 cup golden raisin
1 cup hot water
1/2 cup sliced green onion
1 cup chopped pecans, toasted
1 (16 ounce) can garbanzo beans, drained
lettuce leaf
2/3 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon curry powder
1 tablespoon honey
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
1/8 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
2 teaspoons prepared Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce

Steps:

  • Add the chicken broth, rice and seasoning packet to a saucepan. Let come to a boil, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer 20-25 minutes or until liquid has evaporated and rice is soft.
  • Soak raisins in 1 cup of hot water for 10 minutes, then drain.
  • To toast pecans, arrange them in a shallow baking tray and cook for 10 to 15 minutes in a 350 degree oven, checking after 8 minutes.
  • Once the rice is ready, transfer it to your serving bowl, add the green onions, raisins, pecans, and beans, and stir gently.
  • To prepare Curry dressing add mayonnaise, curry powder, honey, apple cider vinegar, ground red pepper, prepared Dijon mustard, and Worcestershire sauce in a small bowl & stir thoroughly.
  • Serve with a dollop of Curry dressing on a bed of lettuce leaves.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 316.7, Fat 17.6, SaturatedFat 2, Cholesterol 5.1, Sodium 525, Carbohydrate 37.4, Fiber 5, Sugar 15.1, Protein 6.3

RICE, ASPARAGUS AND CUCUMBER SALAD



Rice, Asparagus and Cucumber Salad image

This is a tasty rice salad with lots of fresh green veggies.

Provided by Allrecipes Member

Categories     Cucumber Salad

Time 1h40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 ¾ cups water
1 cup long-grain white rice
1 pound thin asparagus spears, trimmed and cut into 1 inch
1 ½ cups English cucumber - peeled, seeded and chopped
3 green onions, chopped
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon white sugar
1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
½ teaspoon dry mustard
2 ½ tablespoons vegetable oil
¼ cup chopped fresh dill weed
4 heads butter lettuce

Steps:

  • In a medium saucepan, bring 1 3/4 cups water to boil. Add rice; return to boil. Reduce heat to low, cover and cook until water is absorbed and rice is tender, about 20 minutes. Fluff with fork; transfer to bowl. Cool to room temperature.
  • Cook asparagus in a large saucepan of boiling salted water until tender, about 1 minute. Drain and rinse with cold water to cool. Cut the asparagus into 1-inch pieces. Add asparagus, cucumber and green onions to rice.
  • Whisk together the mustard, sugar, vinegar, dry mustard, oil and chopped dill. Cover salad and dressing separately. Refrigerate until chilled.
  • Pour dressing into salad and season with salt and pepper. Line large bowl with lettuce and mound salad in bowl. Garnish with dill sprigs.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 214 calories, Carbohydrate 34.7 g, Fat 6.4 g, Fiber 3.6 g, Protein 5.8 g, SaturatedFat 0.9 g, Sodium 136.4 mg, Sugar 4.7 g

AVOCADO & WILD RICE SALAD



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This salad has a very different taste and looks lovely on a luncheon table. I usually prepare the rice the night before so it is ready to prepare in the morning, by lunch the salad is ready to serve. I use Rice a Roni Wild Rice Pilaf mix for this recipe most often, but you may use the wild rice mix of your choice. Adapted from a recipe found in Quick Cooking.

Provided by HeatherFeather

Categories     Rice

Time P1DT30m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 (6 ounce) packages long grain and wild rice blend, such as uncle ben's or 2 (6 ounce) packages Rice-A-Roni
2 ripe avocados, peeled and cut in small chunks
1 (8 ounce) jar marinated mushrooms, undrained
1 (6 1/2 ounce) jar marinated artichoke hearts, undrained
1 -2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved & quartered
1 red bell pepper, seeded and diced
2 -3 green onions, sliced
1/2 cup Italian salad dressing
lettuce leaf, garnish

Steps:

  • Follow package directions to prepare the rice mixes and cool in the fridge.
  • Combine cold rice with the remaining ingredients, tossing gently to combine.
  • Cover and refrigerate overnight or at least for 6 hours.
  • When ready to serve, line a bowl or platter with clean lettuce leaves and mound the salad on top.

CURRIED WILD RICE SALAD



Curried Wild Rice Salad image

Here is a delightful combination of colors, textures, and flavors that is easy to make and impressive to serve. You may substitute peanuts for cashews if you prefer.

Provided by RSHDiva

Categories     Rice

Time 35m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 boxes uncle ben's long grain and wild rice blend
4 ounces dried cranberries
12 ounces honey-roasted cashews
1/2 red pepper, chopped fine
1/2 yellow pepper, chopped fine
2 cups frozen peas, cooked and drained
1 bunch scallion, chopped
1/2 cup honey
1/2 cup white wine or 1/2 cup rice vinegar
3/4 cup salad oil
2 tablespoons curry powder

Steps:

  • Combine honey, vinegar, salad oil (may add more) and curry powder, whisking until well blended. Cook rice according to box directions and cool. Add remaining ingredients and pour dressing over all. Chill 2 hours minimum, or up to 1 day.

Tips:

  • Make sure to thoroughly clean the wild rice before cooking. Rinse it several times in cold water until the water runs clear.
  • To cook the wild rice, combine it with water or broth in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for about 45 minutes, or until the rice is tender and fluffy.
  • While the rice is cooking, prepare the asparagus. Trim the ends and cut the asparagus into 2-inch pieces.
  • To blanch the asparagus, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the asparagus and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until it is tender-crisp. Immediately remove the asparagus from the boiling water and plunge it into a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process.
  • To make the dressing, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
  • To assemble the salad, combine the cooked wild rice, blanched asparagus, chopped walnuts, crumbled feta cheese, and red onion in a large bowl. Drizzle with the dressing and toss to coat.
  • Serve the salad immediately or chill it for later.

Conclusion:

This wild rice asparagus salad is a delicious and healthy side dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own personal taste preferences. So next time you are looking for a new salad to try, give this one a try.

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