Wild Rice Salad with Honey-Lemon Sauce Recipe

Name: Wild Rice Salad with Honey-Lemon Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 asparagus spears, tough ends removed, cut into 1-inch pieces; 2/3 cup instant long grain and wild rice, uncooked; 1 Tbsp. lemon juice; 1 tsp. extra virgin olive oil; 1 tsp. honey; 1 carrot, peeled and grated; 2 cups chopped romaine lettuce; 2 Tbsp. PLANTERS Sunflower Kernels; 1 cup red or green grapes; 8 fl oz (1 cup) fat-free milk

Servings: persons

1
Steam asparagus just until crisp tender, then cover with ice cubes to stop cooking and retain color.
2
Cook rice according to package instructions.
3
Blend lemon juice, olive oil, and honey in a medium bowl.
4
Add cooked rice and mix with sauce.
5
Add carrot and asparagus; toss.
6
Season as desired with favorite salt-free seasoning.
7
Arrange lettuce on plate; top with rice and vegetable mixture.
8
Sprinkle with sunflower kernels.
9
Complement meal with grapes.
10
Serve a glass of milk with the meal.

369

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Carbs

Protein

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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

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 asparagus spears, tough ends removed, cut into 1-inch pieces, 2/3 cup instant long grain and wild rice, uncooked, 1 Tbsp. lemon juice, 1 tsp. extra virgin olive oil, and more.

Yes, Wild Rice Salad with Honey-Lemon Sauce 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 Salad with Honey-Lemon Sauce

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Variations & substitutions

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