WILD RICE HAM SALAD

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Wild rice is native to the Midwest, so this dish is popular in our area. We eat it cold or warm it up just enough to soften the cheese and blend the flavors a little more. Serve it as the main event or even as a side for chicken or turkey. -Kathi Saari, Ames, Iowa

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 1h30m

Yield 6-8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 cup uncooked wild rice
3 cups water
1 tablespoon chicken bouillon granules
1 cup julienned fully cooked ham
1 cup julienned Monterey Jack cheese
1 cup julienned sweet red pepper
1 cup fresh broccoli florets
1/2 cup thinly sliced carrots
1/2 cup thinly sliced green onions with tops
DRESSING:
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons white vinegar
1/2 teaspoon ground mustard
1/2 to 1 teaspoon curry powder
Salt and pepper to taste
1/2 cup canola oil

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, bring the rice, water and bouillon to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 1 hour or until the rice is tender. Drain if necessary; cool. , In a large bowl, toss rice with ham, cheese, red pepper, broccoli, carrots and green onions. For dressing, combine lemon juice, vinegar, mustard, curry powder, salt and pepper in a blender or food processor. With machine on high, slowly add oil through the feeder cap until well mixed. Dressing will thicken slightly. , Pour over salad and toss to coat. Cover and chill several hours or overnight.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 292 calories, Fat 20g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 25mg cholesterol, Sodium 636mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 11g protein.

JT HUSSNAIN YT
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I'm so glad I found this recipe! It's a delicious and easy way to use up leftover ham.


Carl Brown
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This is the best wild rice ham salad I've ever had! I will definitely be making it again.


Rimi Aktar
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I followed the recipe exactly and the salad turned out great! I would definitely recommend it.


Abi Praja
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This salad is a bit bland. I think I'll add some more salt and pepper next time.


Erika Holmes
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I found the celery to be a bit too crunchy in this salad. I think I'll chop it more finely next time.


Bethi Rani
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This salad is a bit too sweet for my taste. I think I'll try it again with less sugar in the dressing.


Aadithya Wickramasinghe
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I'm not a huge fan of ham, but I really enjoyed this salad. The wild rice and dressing balanced out the flavor of the ham perfectly.


Eniyah Christopher
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This salad is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Elaine Salstrom
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I made this salad for a picnic and it was the perfect dish to share with friends and family.


Sami Hoque
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I love that this salad is so versatile. You can add or remove ingredients to suit your own taste.


MD Akibul Islam
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This recipe is a lifesaver! I'm always looking for new and exciting ways to use up leftover ham, and this salad is the perfect solution.


Katie Beresford (Kj)
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I've made this salad several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's also a great way to use up leftover ham.


Prince Rod
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This salad is perfect for a quick and easy lunch or dinner. I like to serve it with a side of crusty bread.


Rakaki Anna1
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I'm not usually a fan of ham salad, but this recipe changed my mind. The wild rice adds a nice texture and the dressing is light and flavorful.


Anas Abdurahman
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I made this salad for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor combination.


Michael Abram
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This wild rice ham salad is a delicious and refreshing summer salad. The combination of sweet ham, crunchy celery, and nutty wild rice is perfect. I also love the addition of fresh dill, which gives the salad a bright, herby flavor.