Best 5 Wild Rice Cranberry And Walnut Salad Recipes

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Wild rice, cranberry, and walnut salad is a delicious and healthy dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is packed with flavor and texture, and it is also a good source of protein, fiber, and vitamins. This salad is easy to make and can be tailored to your own personal preferences. You can add different vegetables, fruits, or nuts, and you can also adjust the amount of dressing used. Whether you are looking for a light and refreshing lunch or a hearty and satisfying dinner, this wild rice, cranberry, and walnut salad is sure to please.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CRANBERRY-WALNUT WILD RICE SALAD



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Toss together this delicious Cranberry-Walnut Wild Rice Salad for your next party. Enjoy the bites of blue cheese and more in this colorful wild rice salad.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 1h30m

Yield Makes 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/2 cup long-grain white rice, uncooked
1/4 cup wild rice, uncooked
2/3 cup ATHENOS Crumbled Blue Cheese
1/2 cup dried cranberries
1/2 cup walnut pieces, toasted
2 green onions, diagonally sliced
1/2 cup KRAFT Red Wine Vinaigrette Dressing

Steps:

  • Cook rices in separate saucepans as directed on packages. Cool slightly.
  • Mix rices, cheese, cranberries, walnuts and onions in medium bowl. Add dressing; mix lightly. Cover.
  • Refrigerate at least 1 hour to allow flavors to blend. Serve on lettuce-covered salad plates.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 280, Fat 19 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Sodium 350 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 3 g

WILD RICE, CRANBERRY AND WALNUT SALAD



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Wild rice is actually the seed of an aquatic grass, native to North America. High in protein and carbohydrates and low in fat, it has a distinctive nutty taste and dark brown colour, and is often added to rice mixes for visual appeal and flavour. To cook rice in the microwave, place rice in a microwave-safe bowl with 2 cups of hot water. Microwave on high (100%) for 11 to 14 minutes or until liquid has mostly evaporated. Stir rice with a fork to separate grains.

Provided by Sonya01

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup basmati rice pilaf (we used Tilda brand, see tip)
1 cup dried cranberries
2 sticks celery, thinly sliced
1 cup walnuts, roughly chopped
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar

Steps:

  • Cook rice in a large saucepan of boiling water, following packet directions, until tender. Drain. Set aside to cool (see note).
  • Combine rice, cranberries, celery and walnuts in a bowl.
  • Place oil and vinegar in a screw-top jar. Season with salt and pepper. Secure lid. Shake to combine. Drizzle over salad. Toss to combine. Serve.

CRANBERRY WILD RICE SALAD



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I first tried this recipe at a luncheon during a holiday home tour. Since cranberries grow well in this area, I love to use the dried variety to give recipes like this hearty salad color and tang. It's a thrill to make it for visitors. -Lyn Graebert, Park Falls, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

4 cups cooked wild rice
1 can (8 ounces) sliced water chestnuts, drained and chopped
1/2 cup thinly sliced celery
1/2 cup chopped green pepper
1/2 cup frozen peas, thawed
1/2 cup dried cranberries
1/4 cup thinly sliced green onions
1/4 cup minced fresh parsley
1/3 cup cranberry juice
1/3 cup vinegar
2 teaspoons olive oil
3/4 teaspoon dried basil
3/4 teaspoon sugar
3/4 teaspoon salt, optional
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup chopped pecans, optional

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first eight ingredients. In a small bowl, combine cranberry juice, vinegar, oil, basil, sugar, salt if desired and pepper; mix well. Pour over rice mixture and toss to coat. Refrigerate overnight. Just before serving, stir in pecans if desired.

Nutrition Facts :

CRANBERRY EDAMAME WILD RICE SALAD



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A healthy, tasty and pretty dish. Perfect for a lunch or even as a side dish to some poultry or pork for a dinner party. You can either use leftover wild rice (which is what we did), make your own or even buy it cooked in a can! Recipe from Prevention magazine Nov 2008.

Provided by januarybride

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 5m

Yield 1 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 tablespoons rice wine vinegar
2 teaspoons olive oil
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 cup cooked wild rice
1/2 cup fresh shelled edamame (may sub frozen edamame that have been thawed)
2 tablespoons dried cranberries
1/4 cup orange juice (may sub any juice)
2 tablespoons chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, soak dried cranberries in juice for 20 minutes to plump up, then discard juice. Into the bowl with the cranberries, add rice, edamame and walnuts.
  • Whisk together the vinegar, oil and pepper; toss dressing with the rice mixture in the bowl and serve at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 479.7, Fat 27.5, SaturatedFat 3.2, Sodium 23.1, Carbohydrate 41.9, Fiber 8.7, Sugar 6.7, Protein 22.6

WILD RICE, QUINOA & CRANBERRY SALAD



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This fragrant salad is a vitamin and protein powerhouse. Toss in leftover cooked turkey to make it a meal the next day. -Jerilyn Korver, Bellflower, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 1h20m

Yield 12 servings (3/4 cup each).

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 cups uncooked wild rice
2 cartons (32 ounces each) reduced-sodium chicken broth, divided
1-1/2 cups quinoa, rinsed
1 medium onion, chopped
4 garlic cloves, minced
2 medium navel oranges
1 cup dried cranberries
1 cup sliced almonds
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley or 2 teaspoons dried parsley flakes
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 teaspoons minced fresh thyme or 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
2 teaspoons rice vinegar
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Rinse wild rice thoroughly; drain. In a large saucepan, combine rice and 5 cups broth; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, 60-70 minutes or until rice is fluffy and tender. Drain if necessary., Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, bring remaining broth to a boil. Add quinoa. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, 15-20 minutes or until liquid is absorbed. Remove from heat; fluff with a fork., Place a large nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray over medium-high heat. Add onion; cook and stir 6-8 minutes or until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer., Finely grate enough peel from oranges to measure 2 teaspoons; place in a large bowl. Cut a thin slice from the top and bottom of each orange; stand orange upright on a cutting board. With a knife, cut off peel and outer membrane from orange. Working over the same large bowl with orange peel to catch juices, cut along the membrane of each segment to remove fruit. Cut orange sections in half; stir into orange juice and peel. Add cranberries, almonds, parsley, rice, quinoa and onion mixture., In a small bowl, whisk oil, thyme, vinegar, salt and pepper until blended. Pour over rice mixture; toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 317 calories, Fat 9g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 595mg sodium, Carbohydrate 51g carbohydrate (15g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 11g protein.

Tips:

* Use fresh and high-quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your salad. * Cook the wild rice according to the package instructions. Be sure to drain it well before adding it to the salad. * Toast the walnuts in a dry skillet over medium heat until they are fragrant and slightly browned. This will enhance their flavor. * Chop the celery and carrots into small pieces. This will make them easier to eat in the salad. * Use a light and tangy dressing for the salad. A vinaigrette or lemon-tahini dressing would be a good choice. * Add some fresh herbs to the salad before serving. This will add a pop of flavor and color.

Conclusion:

Wild rice cranberry and walnut salad is a delicious and healthy dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is packed with flavor and nutrients, and it is sure to please everyone at your table. The combination of wild rice, cranberries, walnuts, and celery and carrots makes for a truly unique and satisfying salad. The light and tangy dressing adds the perfect finishing touch. This salad is also very versatile. You can add or remove ingredients to suit your taste. For example, you could add some crumbled feta cheese or grilled chicken. You could also use a different type of dressing, such as a balsamic vinaigrette or a honey mustard dressing. No matter how you make it, wild rice cranberry and walnut salad is sure to be a hit.

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