Curried Lentil, Wild Rice And Orzo Salad Recipe

Name: Curried Lentil, Wild Rice And Orzo Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup wild rice; 2/3 cup green lentil; 1/2 cup orzo pasta; 1/2 cup currants; 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion; 1/4 cup slivered almonds, toasted; Dressing; 1/4 cup white wine vinegar; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard; 1/2 teaspoon sugar; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander; 1/4 teaspoon turmeric; 1/4 teaspoon paprika; 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg; 1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom; 1 pinch cinnamon (a pinch is 1/16 of a teaspoon); 1 pinch clove; 1 pinch cayenne pepper; 1/3 cup oil

Servings: persons

1/2 cup wild rice
2/3 cup green lentil
1/2 cup orzo pasta
1/2 cup currants
1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
1/4 cup slivered almonds, toasted
Dressing
1/4 cup white wine vinegar
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
1/4 teaspoon turmeric
1/4 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom
1 pinch cinnamon (a pinch is 1/16 of a teaspoon)
1 pinch clove
1 pinch cayenne pepper
1/3 cup oil

1
Cook the wild rice in a large, covered pot of boiling, salted water, for 10 minutes.
2
Add the lentils and boil for 20 minutes.
3
Add the orzo and boil for about 5 minutes, or until just tender.
4
Drain well and transfer to a large bowl.
5
Add the currants and onions and set aside.
6
Dressing: Whisk all ingredients together in a small bowl.
7
Pour over the rice mixture and toss gently.
8
Let the salad cool completely, then cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or better, over night.
9
Sprinkle on the almonds just before serving.

511

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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

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
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 21 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup wild rice, 2/3 cup green lentil, 1/2 cup orzo pasta, 1/2 cup currants, and more.

Yes, Curried Lentil, Wild Rice And Orzo Salad falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Curried Lentil, Wild Rice And Orzo Salad

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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