Barley, Wild Rice, And Cranberry Pilaf Recipe

Name: Barley, Wild Rice, And Cranberry Pilaf
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3/4 cup pearl barley; 1/4 cup wild rice; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 3 cups water; 1 cup orange juice; 3/4 cup dried cranberries; 2 teaspoons lemon juice; 1 tablespoon onion, finely chopped; 1/3 cup olive oil; salt and pepper; 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley; 1 cup walnuts, coarsely chopped and toasted

Servings: persons

3/4 cup pearl barley
1/4 cup wild rice
1/2 teaspoon salt
3 cups water
1 cup orange juice
3/4 cup dried cranberries
2 teaspoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon onion, finely chopped
1/3 cup olive oil
salt and pepper
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
1 cup walnuts, coarsely chopped and toasted

1
In medium saucepan with lid, boil water, add barley, wild rice and salt. Return to boil, reduce heat to low, cover and cook about 40 min or until barley is tender.
2
While barley and rice is cooking, pour orange juice over cranberries and set aside.
3
Drain any excess liquid from cooked barley and rice mixture. Place rice and barley in large bowl.
4
Drain cranberries, reserving liquid.
5
Toss cranberries with barley and rice.
6
Mix 5 tbsp orange juice with lemon juice and onion. Whisk in olive oil and season to taste with salt and pepper. Pour dressing over barley mixture.
7
Add chopped parsley and walnuts. Mix well. Serve at room temperature or chilled.

446

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3/4 cup pearl barley, 1/4 cup wild rice, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 3 cups water, and more.

Yes, Barley, Wild Rice, And Cranberry Pilaf falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Barley, Wild Rice, And Cranberry Pilaf

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Variations & substitutions

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