WILD RICE SALAD WITH FIGS - RUTHERFORD GRILL, NAPA VALLEY

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Make and share this Wild Rice Salad With Figs - Rutherford Grill, Napa Valley recipe from Food.com.

Provided by swissms

Categories     Rice

Time 1h

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 18

4 cups water
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup wild rice (about 6 oz.)
1/2 cup finely chopped dried calimyrna fig
1/3 cup chopped toasted pecans
1/3 cup chopped toasted unsalted cashews
1/4 cup finely chopped green onion
2 tablespoons finely chopped celery
2 tablespoons finely chopped red onions
2 tablespoons raspberry vinegar or 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 garlic clove, minced
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon sugar
1/4 cup vegetable oil
1/4 cup olive oil
salt, to taste
ground black pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Combine 4 cups water and salt in medium saucepan and bring to a boil.
  • Add rice. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover and simmer until rice is tender, about 45 minutes. Drain well. Cool.
  • Transfer rice to large bowl. Mix in figs, pecans, cashews, green onions, celery and red onion. (Can be prepared 1 day ahead. Cover and refrigerate.).
  • Mix vinegar, lemon juice, garlic, mustard and sugar in blender. With blender running, gradually mix in both oils.
  • Pour dressing over rice mixture and toss. Season salad with salt and pepper.

fiza muskan
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Overall, I really enjoyed this salad. It's a great way to use up seasonal produce and it's packed with healthy ingredients.


Rehan jan
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I found the dressing to be a bit too oily. I would recommend using less olive oil or substituting a lighter oil, such as grapeseed oil.


Yadav Raj
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This salad is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth the effort. It's a great dish to serve at a special occasion dinner.


rasodi rasi
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This salad is a great way to showcase seasonal produce. I love using fresh figs when they're in season.


Syed Mohammad
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I was a bit skeptical about the combination of wild rice and fruit, but this salad really surprised me. The flavors and textures work really well together.


Vakeel Sahil
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The dressing is a bit too tangy for my taste, but otherwise this salad is delicious. I'll definitely be making it again.


X Dexter
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover roasted vegetables. It's also a great make-ahead dish for busy weeknights.


Mi Jaynal
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I'm not a big fan of figs, but I really enjoyed this salad. The dressing is light and flavorful, and the figs add a subtle sweetness.


Man-C Bee
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This salad is so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family. I love the pop of color from the fresh herbs.


Md sakilhasansakil
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This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables. It's also a good source of protein and fiber.


Joy Victor
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I love the combination of sweet and savory in this salad. The figs and honey really complement the roasted butternut squash.


Gw jihad
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I found the dressing to be a bit too oily. I would recommend using less olive oil or substituting a lighter oil, such as grapeseed oil.


Jeanne Kinney
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This salad is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth the effort. It's a great dish to serve at a special occasion dinner.


Adriano Ninyikiriza
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This salad is so refreshing and flavorful. I love the crunch of the walnuts and the sweetness of the figs.


Jackie Ramos
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I was a bit skeptical about the combination of wild rice and figs, but I was pleasantly surprised. The flavors really work well together.


Adeebali bhutto
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The dressing is a bit too sweet for my taste, but otherwise this salad is delicious. I'll definitely be making it again.


Adeke Jalia
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover wild rice. It's also a great make-ahead dish, so it's perfect for busy weeknights.


Danny D Morales
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I've made this salad several times now, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The dressing is light and flavorful, and the salad is packed with healthy ingredients.


Laney Stilwell
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This wild rice salad was a hit at my last dinner party. The combination of flavors and textures was amazing, and the figs added a touch of sweetness that really brought the dish together.