TURKEY AND WILD RICE SALAD

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I often make a wild rice salad for Thanksgiving; with leftover turkey, it lasts for several days afterward. It's one of my favorite post-Thanksgiving meals. If you have other vegetables on hand, add them to the salad, too.

Provided by Martha Rose Shulman

Categories     dinner, salads and dressings

Time 1h

Yield Serves four

Number Of Ingredients 16

3 1/2 cups turkey or chicken stock, or water
Salt
1 cup wild rice
2 cups shredded or diced turkey
2 stalks celery, thinly sliced
6 mushrooms, thinly sliced
1/4 cup chopped flat-leaf parsley, or a mixture of parsley and herbs such as tarragon, dill, marjoram and chives
1/4 cup pomegranate seeds (optional)
2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
1 tablespoon sherry vinegar or champagne vinegar
Salt
freshly ground pepper
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 small garlic clove, finely minced or pureed
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons walnut oil

Steps:

  • In a medium saucepan, bring 3 1/2 cups of the stock or water to boil. Add salt to taste and the wild rice. When the water returns to a boil, reduce the heat, cover and simmer 40 to 45 minutes until the rice is tender and has begun to splay. Taste the rice to make sure it's tender; if so, drain and transfer to a large bowl. Add the remaining salad ingredients, except the pomegranate seeds.
  • While the rice is cooking, make the dressing. Whisk together the lemon juice, vinegar, salt to taste, mustard and garlic. Whisk in the oils, taste and adjust seasonings. Toss with the warm rice and the remaining salad ingredients. Arrange the pomegranate seeds on top, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 622, UnsaturatedFat 24 grams, Carbohydrate 35 grams, Fat 32 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 49 grams, SaturatedFat 5 grams, Sodium 736 milligrams, Sugar 2 grams, TransFat 0 grams

imran gujjar
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I'm not sure what went wrong, but my salad turned out really bland. I think I might have forgotten to add the salt.


Fazal rabi Fazal rabi
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This salad is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth it. The results are delicious!


Michael Wisdom
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I'm not a huge fan of wild rice, but I thought this salad was still pretty good. The dressing is really good and the salad is very filling.


Mohammed Sohail
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover turkey. It's also a healthy and delicious option for lunch or dinner.


Muhammad Tauqeer Nasir
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I'm not sure what went wrong, but my salad turned out really bland. I think I might have forgotten to add the salt.


Sylvia Bonet
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This salad is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth it. The results are delicious!


Rejwan Kazi
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I'm not a huge fan of wild rice, but I thought this salad was still pretty good. The dressing is really good and the salad is very filling.


Fk. Tahsin
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover turkey. It's also a healthy and delicious option for lunch or dinner.


Samantha Samlal
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I'm not sure what went wrong, but my salad turned out really bland. I think I might have forgotten to add the salt.


amir shrestha
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This salad is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth it. The results are delicious!


Abu Bokor
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I made this salad for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone loved the combination of flavors and textures.


John Gault
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover turkey. It's also a healthy and delicious option for lunch or dinner.


Roshan Lama
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I'm not a huge fan of wild rice, but I thought this salad was still pretty good. The dressing is really good and the salad is very filling.


Birtamang Birtamang
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I followed the recipe exactly and the salad turned out great! I would definitely recommend this recipe to others.


Shah M
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This salad is a bit bland for my taste. I would add some more spices to the dressing next time.


SAIM GAMER
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I made this salad for my family and they loved it! The dressing is especially good.


Aiden Greenwood
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This salad is perfect for a light and healthy lunch or dinner. It's also a great way to use up leftover turkey.


Mafikassa Music
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I'm always looking for new ways to use leftover turkey, and this salad is a great option. It's easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Jolly Mania
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This salad was a hit at my last party! I love the combination of flavors and textures. The wild rice adds a nutty flavor and a bit of crunch, while the turkey and vegetables add protein and freshness. I also love that this salad is relatively healthy