Warm Wild Rice Salad With Dried Fruit And Nuts

Name: Warm Wild Rice Salad With Dried Fruit And Nuts
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup wild rice; 2 1/2 cups water or 2 1/2 cups vegetable broth; 2 stalks celery, finely chopped; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar; 2 tablespoons grated lemon zest; 1 cup dried fruit (cherries, diced apricots, or cranberries); 1 cup dried currant; 1 cup toasted walnuts, chopped; 3 tablespoons finely chopped parsley; salt & freshly ground black pepper

Servings: persons

1 cup wild rice
2 1/2 cups water or 2 1/2 cups vegetable broth
2 stalks celery, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons grated lemon zest
1 cup dried fruit (cherries, diced apricots, or cranberries)
1 cup dried currant
1 cup toasted walnuts, chopped
3 tablespoons finely chopped parsley
salt & freshly ground black pepper

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Soak wild rice in a bowl of water overnight.
2
Rinse and place rice in a medium-sized pot with water or broth.
3
Bring to a boil over high heat.
4
Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 45 minutes or until liquid is absorbed.
5
Remove from heat and set aside.
6
In a large bowl, combine remaining ingredients.
7
Add rice and toss to coat.
8
Serve immediately or let cool and refrigerate for up to 3 days.
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From recipe creator - If making ahead, reheat rice salad on the stove top or bake at 350 degrees F. in a covered casserole dish for 20 minutes. (untried by me as of yet).
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*Cook's note: For best results, soak dried fruit in hot water or warm juice for 15 minutes or more to rehydrate slightly and give the fruit a juicier, chewy texture.

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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: 1 cup wild rice, 2 1/2 cups water or 2 1/2 cups vegetable broth, 2 stalks celery, finely chopped, 2 garlic cloves, minced, and more.

Yes, Warm Wild Rice Salad With Dried Fruit And Nuts 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!