Best 10 Brown Wild Rice Salad With Apricots And Mint Recipes

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Are you looking for a delightful and nutritious recipe that combines the earthy flavors of brown wild rice with the sweetness of apricots and the refreshing zest of mint? Look no further! Our "Brown Wild Rice Salad with Apricots and Mint" is a culinary masterpiece that will tantalize your taste buds and nourish your body. This salad is not only a feast for your senses but also an excellent source of essential nutrients and antioxidants. So, gather your ingredients, prepare your kitchen, and let's embark on a journey to create a flavorsome and wholesome meal that will become a favorite in your recipe collection.

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APRICOT WILD RICE SALAD



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Nutty, fruity and packed with flavor, this make-ahead dish is a wholesome side for all kinds of entrees." -Barbara Schulte, Payson, Arizona

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 1h10m

Yield 15 servings (2/3 cup each).

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 cups water
2 cups uncooked wild rice
2 cups finely chopped dried apricots
2 cups dried cherries
1 cup chopped walnuts
1/2 cup olive oil
1/3 cup lemon juice
2 tablespoons maple syrup
1-1/2 teaspoons salt

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, bring water and rice to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 45-50 minutes or until rice is tender. Drain if necessary. Transfer to a large bowl; cool completely., Meanwhile, place apricots in a small bowl; cover with boiling water. Let stand for 5 minutes; drain. Stir the apricots, cherries and walnuts into rice. In a small bowl, whisk the oil, lemon juice, maple syrup and salt. Pour over rice mixture and mix well. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 293 calories, Fat 12g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 234mg sodium, Carbohydrate 44g carbohydrate (20g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

CURRIED RICE SALAD



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This rice salad has it all in the flavor and texture department. I love the nuttiness of the rice blend paired with the peppery arugula, tart apricots and sweet curry vinaigrette.

Provided by Kardea Brown

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h40m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup wild and long-grain rice blend
2 cups vegetable stock
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup chopped dried apricots
1 large shallot, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
1 teaspoon curry powder
1 teaspoon honey
6 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
3 cups baby arugula
1/2 cup toasted pine nuts
2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint

Steps:

  • Combine the rice, vegetable stock and 1/4 teaspoon salt in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil; cover, reduce the heat to low and simmer until the liquid is absorbed and the rice is tender, 40 to 45 minutes. Stir in the apricots and shallot during the last 5 minutes of cooking.
  • Spread the rice in a single layer on a parchment paper-lined rimmed baking sheet to cool to room temperature, about 30 minutes.
  • Make the vinaigrette: Whisk together the vinegar, curry powder, honey, 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Gradually whisk in the olive oil until combined.
  • Transfer the cooled rice to a serving bowl. Add the desired amount of the vinaigrette, then the arugula, pine nuts and mint, and toss to combine. Season with salt and pepper.

BROWN & WILD RICE SALAD WITH APRICOTS AND MINT



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Categories     Appetizer

Yield 4 People

Number Of Ingredients 7

One 4 oz. package Farmhouse® Brown & Wild Rice Traditional Herbs & Seasonings
1/2 cup dried apricots, finely chopped
1 orange
1/2 cup pecan halves, toasted
1/3 cup mint leaves, chopped
2 Tablespoons salad oil
Salt & pepper to taste

Steps:

  • DIRECTIONS Prepare rice according to package directions. Let cool. While rice is cooking, grate orange peel, then cut orange in half and juice. In small saucepan, combine apricots, orange peel and orange juice. Bring to a boil. Remove from heat and let cool. Mix rice, apricot mixture, pecans and mint. Refrigerate for two hours. When ready to serve, mix in oil and season with salt and pepper.

WILD RICE SALAD



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Provided by Ina Garten

Time 1h50m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup long-grain wild rice (6 ounces)
Kosher salt
2 navel oranges
2 tablespoons good olive oil
2 tablespoons freshly squeezed orange juice
2 tablespoons raspberry vinegar
1/2 cup seedless green grapes, cut in half
1/2 cup pecans, toasted
1/4 cup dried cranberries
2 tablespoons scallions, white and green parts, chopped
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Place the wild rice in a medium pot with 4 cups of water and 2 teaspoons of salt and bring to a boil. Simmer uncovered for 50 to 60 minutes, until the rice is very tender. Drain well and place the rice back in the pot. Cover and allow to steam for 10 minutes. While the rice is still warm, place it in a mixing bowl. Peel the oranges with a sharp knife, removing all the white pith. Cut between the membranes and add the orange sections to the bowl with the rice. Add the olive oil, orange juice, raspberry vinegar, grapes, pecans, cranberries, scallions, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, and the pepper. Allow to sit for 30 minutes for the flavors to blend. Taste for seasonings and serve at room temperature.

WILD AND BROWN RICE SALAD



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A wonderful salad to have at potluck parties or get-togethers. You could save time by preparing the grains and wild rice concurrently by using separate cooking pans and separate bowls for cooling them.

Provided by Charishma_Ramchanda

Categories     Long Grain Rice

Time 3h5m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

3/4 cup hulled barley
3/4 cup wild rice
3/4 cup long grain brown rice
1/2 cup minced celery
1/3 cup minced red onion
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
1/3 cup toasted chopped walnuts (optional)
3 tablespoons lemon juice
2/3 cup olive oil
1 tablespoon minced fresh dill
1 tablespoon minced of fresh mint
1 tablespoon minced fresh cilantro
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley
salt
fresh ground black pepper
6 1/2 cups lightly salt water, divided

Steps:

  • In a saucepan on high flame, bring 2 cups of water to a boil.
  • Add barley and cover it.
  • Lower flame and allow to cook for 30 minutes.
  • Remove from heat and keep aside, covered, for 5-6 minutes.
  • Uncover the pan and transfer contents to a medium-sized bowl to cool.
  • In another saucepan on high flame, bring 2 1/2 cups lightly salted water to a boil.
  • Add brown rice, cover, lower flame and allow to cook for 40 minutes.
  • Remove from heat and keep aside, covered, for 5 minutes.
  • Uncover and transfer to a medium-sized bowl to cool.
  • In another saucepan on high flame, bring 2 cus of lightly salted water to a boil.
  • Add wild rice, cover and cook for 40 minutes on low heat.
  • Remove from heat, cover and keep aside for 5 minutes.
  • Uncover and transfer to a medium-sized bowl to cool.
  • Now, grab a large serving bowl.
  • In it combine the cooked barley, wild rice, brown rice, onion, celery, and walnuts if you've used them.
  • Take a small bowl and in it stir together the vinegar and lemon juice.
  • Gradually, whisk in oil and stir well.
  • Add dill, mint, cilantro and parsley.
  • Season with salt and pepper.
  • Drizzle this dressing over the salad.
  • Toss to coat the salad well in it.
  • Serve chilled or at room temperature.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 275.5, Fat 15.3, SaturatedFat 2.2, Sodium 8.6, Carbohydrate 31, Fiber 3.9, Sugar 1, Protein 4.7

RICE SALAD WITH MINT



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Make and share this Rice Salad With Mint recipe from Food.com.

Provided by morgainegeiser

Categories     African

Time 15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 cups brown rice, cooked and cold
1 cup parsley, chopped
8 ounces scallions, diced
1/4 cup mint, chopped
1/4 cup vegetable oil
1/4 cup lemon juice
salt
pepper
4 medium tomatoes, chopped
8 radishes, sliced
1 head romaine lettuce, quartered

Steps:

  • In wooden salad bowl combine rice with parsley, scallions, mint, oil, lemon juice, and seasonings.
  • Chill.
  • Just before serving, toss well.
  • Add tomatoes and radishes; serve over romaine lettuce.
  • NOTE: cooking time does not include time to prepare rice.

WILD AND BROWN RICE



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A perfect side dish for game birds. May be prepared ahead of time and microwaved just prior to serving.

Provided by munchmn

Categories     Main Dish Recipes

Time 1h40m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 ½ cups uncooked wild rice
3 cups boiling water
1 cup uncooked brown rice
1 cup diced onion
1 cup diced carrots
¾ cup diced celery
3 (14.5 ounce) cans chicken broth
½ teaspoon ground thyme
¼ teaspoon dried marjoram
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • In heavy saucepan, soak wild rice in boiling water for 30 minutes. Drain; rinse thoroughly.
  • In large skillet or Dutch oven, combine drained wild rice, brown rice, onion, carrots, celery, chicken broth, thyme, marjoram, salt, and black pepper. Bring to a boil over high heat.
  • Reduce heat to low and simmer, covered, until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed, 50 to 60 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 146.7 calories, Carbohydrate 30.1 g, Cholesterol 2.3 mg, Fat 0.9 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 4.9 g, SaturatedFat 0.1 g, Sodium 549.7 mg, Sugar 2.3 g

WILD- AND BROWN-RICE SALAD



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Our rice salad, which can be served chilled or at room temperature, includes three types of the grain -- wild, brown, and brown basmati -- as well as tomatoes, cucumber, celery, onion, and peppers. Any combination of rice or commercial blend of rice would work well in this recipe.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Salad Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 1/2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 teaspoon coarse salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 1/2 cups cooked wild rice, made according to package directions; 3 cups cooked brown and/or brown basmati rice (about 1 1/3 cups uncooked), made according to package directions
1 yellow bell pepper, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1/2 red onion, finely chopped
2 stalks celery, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1/2 seedless cucumber, quartered lengthwise and cut into 1/4-inch slices
6 ounces red cherry tomatoes, quartered
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, pepper, and mustard; set aside.
  • Place the wild rice, brown rice, yellow pepper, red onion, celery, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, and cilantro in a medium bowl. Add the dressing, and toss well to combine. Transfer to a serving bowl.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 152 g, Fat 2 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 2 g, Sodium 136 g

BROWN AND WILD RICE SALAD



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This wild rice salad, developed by the Light & Tasty Test Kitchen, is twice as nice since it stars both brown and wild rice! Tangy raspberry vinegar complements the nutty flavor of the rice, while dried cranberries provide unexpected bursts of sweetness.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup brown rice, cooked
1 cup wild rice, cooked
6 green onions, chopped
3/4 cup dried cranberries
1/3 cup coarsely chopped pecans, toasted
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
1/4 cup olive oil
6 tablespoons raspberry vinegar
2 tablespoons honey
1-1/2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the rice, onion, cranberries, pecans and parsley. In a small bowl, whisk together the oil, vinegar, honey, salt and pepper. Pour over salad and toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 343 calories, Fat 12g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 450mg sodium, Carbohydrate 55g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

MIXED BEAN & WILD RICE SALAD



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Reach into your storecupboard for pulses and sweetcorn to form the base for this simple side with hot, sweet dressing

Provided by Good Food team

Categories     Lunch, Side dish

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 9

375g rice mix, we used brown basmati & wild rice
2 x 400g cans mixed beans , drained and rinsed
340g can sweetcorn , drained
1 small red onion , finely sliced
2 red peppers , deseeded and diced
zest and juice 1 lime
2 tsp honey
1 red chilli , deseeded and finely sliced
small bunch coriander , leaves picked

Steps:

  • Cook rice following pack instructions. Once cooked, rinse under cold water to cool down. Once cold combine in a bowl with the beans, sweetcorn, onion and red peppers.
  • Mix the lime zest and juice, honey and chilli. Pour over the rice mixture and mix well, then season to taste. Stir through the coriander leaves just before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 367 calories, Fat 2 grams fat, Carbohydrate 74 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 11 grams sugar, Fiber 8 grams fiber, Protein 12 grams protein, Sodium 1.2 milligram of sodium

Tips:

  • To save time, use pre-cooked wild rice. If using uncooked wild rice, rinse it thoroughly and cook according to package directions.
  • For a nuttier flavor, toast the wild rice in a dry skillet over medium heat for 5-7 minutes, stirring frequently, before cooking.
  • If you don't have dried apricots, you can use fresh apricots. Just chop them into small pieces.
  • Feel free to add other ingredients to this salad, such as chopped walnuts, crumbled feta cheese, or sliced almonds.
  • This salad is best served fresh, but it will keep in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

This brown wild rice salad with apricots and mint is a flavorful and healthy side dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste. So next time you are looking for a delicious and nutritious salad, give this one a try!

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