When you're looking for an incredibly nutritious and hearty meal that can be enjoyed as a main course or a side dish, look no further than wild rice and kidney bean salad. This salad blends the nutty flavor of wild rice with the slightly sweet taste of kidney beans, creating a versatile dish that can be customized to fit your tastes. With countless variations, this salad can be enjoyed all year round, making it a staple for those seeking a wholesome, plant-based meal.
Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!
WILD RICE AND BEAN SALAD
Wild rice and bean salad is one of my favorite vegan lunch meals. It's packed with flavor and nutrition to keep you feeling full and satisfied!
Provided by Nicole
Categories Lunch Main Course Salad
Time 40m
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Cook the wild rice according to package directions.
- Rinse and drain the beans. Dice the vegetables and parsley.
- Mix together the lemon dressing ingredients. Whisk with a fork in a small container or shake together in a jar.
- Toss everything together. Adjust the seasoning to taste. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 Serving (1/6 recipe), Carbohydrate 46 g, Protein 10 g, Fat 7 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 591 mg, Fiber 9 g, Sugar 9 g, Calories 282 kcal, UnsaturatedFat 5 g
WILD RICE AND KIDNEY BEAN SALAD
I don't know where my friend Kristin got this recipe. She gave me some to bring home and try and it was so good that I hid it so I wouldn't have to share it with anyone. I made it the next day myself and couldn't leave it alone. This is one of those recipes that you make excuses to go to the kitchen!
Provided by Karrie Stewart
Categories Rice
Time 1h10m
Yield 8-10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Heat oven to 350°F.
- Toast almonds for about 10-15 minutes or until golden.
- Remove and cool.
- In the meantime, cook rice mix in chicken broth, orange juice, and water until done.
- Let cool.
- Rinse kidney beans.
- In small bowl, mix together mayonnaise, salt, And both peppers, set aside.
- In large bowl, combine cooked rice, kidney beans, eggs, onion, jalapeños, mayonnaise mixture, and almonds.
- Mix well and chill for 2 hours.
WILD RICE SALAD
Provided by Ina Garten
Time 1h50m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
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 RICE AND BEAN SALAD
Nutty, chewy wild rice goes perfectly with creamy Northern beans, here blended together with celery and herbs and a simple vinaigrette.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Side Dish
Time 20m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In large bowl, combine all salad ingredients; stir gently to combine.
- In small bowl, combine all dressing ingredients; mix well.
- Pour dressing over salad; toss gently to coat. Serve immediately, or cover and refrigerate until serving time.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 185, Carbohydrate 30 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 6 g, Protein 9 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1/2 Cup, Sodium 440 mg, Sugar 3 g
MIXED BEAN & WILD RICE SALAD
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
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
KIDNEY BEAN SALAD
Steps:
- Place eggs in a saucepan with enough cold water to cover. Bring to a boil. Remove saucepan from heat. Cover, and let eggs stand in hot water for 10 to 12 minutes. Drain, cool, peel, and chop.
- In a bowl, mix the hard-cooked eggs, kidney beans, onion, celery, relish, and mayonnaise. Season with salt and pepper. Chill at least 1 hour in the refrigerator before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 285.2 calories, Carbohydrate 25.1 g, Cholesterol 69 mg, Fat 16.8 g, Fiber 8.9 g, Protein 10 g, SaturatedFat 2.7 g, Sodium 501.1 mg, Sugar 2.3 g
Tips:
- Soaking the wild rice overnight will help to reduce the cooking time.
- If you don't have time to soak the wild rice, you can cook it in a pressure cooker.
- To save time, you can use canned kidney beans instead of dried beans.
- If you want a more flavorful salad, you can roast the vegetables before adding them to the salad.
- This salad can be served as a main course or a side dish.
Conclusion:
Wild rice and kidney bean salad is a delicious, healthy, and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a summer picnic or potluck. The combination of wild rice, kidney beans, vegetables, and dressing is both flavorful and satisfying. This salad is also a good source of protein, fiber, and vitamins.
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