Wild Rice Quinoa Garden Salad Recipe

Name: Wild Rice Quinoa Garden Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 cups water, divided; 1/2 cup wild rice, uncooked; 1 cup quinoa, uncooked; 1/2 cup green onion, thinly sliced; 1/2 cup red bell pepper, chopped; 1/2 cup cucumber, seeded, peeled; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar; 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme; 1/4 teaspoon dried rosemary; 1 1/4 teaspoons fresh ground black pepper; 2 garlic cloves, minced

Servings: persons

3 cups water, divided
1/2 cup wild rice, uncooked
1 cup quinoa, uncooked
1/2 cup green onion, thinly sliced
1/2 cup red bell pepper, chopped
1/2 cup cucumber, seeded, peeled
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 teaspoon dried rosemary
1 1/4 teaspoons fresh ground black pepper
2 garlic cloves, minced

1
Combine 1 cup water and wild rice in a medium saucepan; bring to a boil.
2
Cover, reduce heat, and simmer for 1 hour or until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed.
3
Combine 2 cups water and quinoa in a medium saucepan/ bring to a boil.
4
Cover, reduce heat and simmer 20 minute or until liquid is absorbed.
5
Remove from heat; fluff with a fork.
6
Place quinoa and wild rice in a large bowl.
7
Stir in green onions, bell pepper and cucumber.
8
Combine oil and remaining ingredients in a small bowl, stirring with a whisk.
9
Drizzle over quinoa mixture; toss gently to coat. Cover and chill at least 2 hours.

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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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 cups water, divided, 1/2 cup wild rice, uncooked, 1 cup quinoa, uncooked, 1/2 cup green onion, thinly sliced, and more.

Yes, Wild Rice Quinoa Garden Salad 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.

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Wild Rice Quinoa Garden Salad

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Variations & substitutions

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