Quinoa, Wild Rice Salad with Cherry and Grapes

Name: Quinoa, Wild Rice Salad with Cherry and Grapes
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3/4 cup wild rice rinsed; 1/2 cup quinoa rinsed; 3 1/4 cups water divided; 1 1/2 cups cherries freshly pitted and halved; 1/2 cup green grapes seedless, halved; 2 each celery stalks tough ends removed and thinly sliced; 1/2 cup feta cheese crumbled; ⅓ cup olive oil, extra-virgin; 3 tablespoons white wine vinegar; 1 teaspoon dijon mustard or to taste; 1 x salt and black pepper to taste

Servings: persons

3/4 cup wild rice rinsed
1/2 cup quinoa rinsed
3 1/4 cups water divided
1 1/2 cups cherries freshly pitted and halved
1/2 cup green grapes seedless, halved
2 each celery stalks tough ends removed and thinly sliced
1/2 cup feta cheese crumbled
⅓ cup olive oil, extra-virgin
3 tablespoons white wine vinegar
1 teaspoon dijon mustard or to taste
1 x salt and black pepper to taste

1
Add the quinoa and 1 cup water in a medium saucepan.
2
Cover, bring to a boil, reduce the heat to low, and let simmer for 15 minutes.
3
Turn off the heat, and let stand for another 5 minutes.
4
Fluff with a fork.
5
Transfer the quinoa into a large mixing bowl.
6
Meanwhile cook the wide rice and the remaining 2 1/4 cups water in another saucepan.
7
Cover, bring to a boil, reduce the heat to low, and let simmer for about 45 minutes.
8
Drain well and transfer into the same bowl with quinoa in.
9
In a small bowl, whisk together the dressing ingredients until well blended, season with salt and black pepper.
10
Add the cherries, grapes, celeries and feta cheese into the same mixing bowl.
11
Pour the dressing over, and gently toss until well combined.
12
Season to taste with more vinegar, salt and black pepper if needed.
13
Served warm, at room temperature or chilled.

389

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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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3/4 cup wild rice rinsed, 1/2 cup quinoa rinsed, 3 1/4 cups water divided, 1 1/2 cups cherries freshly pitted and halved, and more.

Yes, Quinoa, Wild Rice Salad with Cherry and Grapes falls under the Salads 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!