Wild Rice Cashew Salad Recipe 🥗
Description
This Wild Rice Cashew Salad is a delightful blend of flavors, perfect for your next cookout or summer gathering. With a refreshing mix of wild rice, crunchy cashews, and vibrant bell peppers, this salad is a sure crowd-pleaser. Prepare it in advance to let the flavors meld together, creating a mouthwatering side dish that will elevate any meal.
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Prep Time: 2 hours
- Total Time: 3 hours
- Recipe Category: Rice
- Keywords: Fruit, Vegetable, Nuts, Spring, Summer, Weeknight, Refrigerator, Stove Top, < 4 Hours
Nutritional Information (per serving)
- Calories: 350.7
- Fat Content: 22.8g
- Saturated Fat Content: 3.8g
- Cholesterol Content: 0mg
- Sodium Content: 719mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 29g
- Fiber Content: 3.1g
- Sugar Content: 3.7g
- Protein Content: 10.3g
Ingredients
- 1 cup wild rice
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1 1/2 cups diced red bell peppers
- 3/4 cup cashews
- 2 green onions, chopped
- 3 tbsp seasoned rice vinegar
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Salt, to taste
- Fresh ground pepper, to taste
- Lettuce leaves, for serving
Instructions
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | In a strainer, rinse the wild rice under cold water and drain well. |
| 2 | In a 3-quart saucepan, combine the wild rice and chicken broth. Bring to a boil over high heat. |
| 3 | Reduce the heat and simmer, covered, for 45-50 minutes, or until the rice is tender. |
| 4 | Drain any excess liquid from the cooked rice and set aside. |
| 5 | Meanwhile, in a medium skillet, heat 3 tablespoons of olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the diced red bell peppers and cook for 3-5 minutes, or until tender. |
| 6 | Add the cashews and chopped green onions to the skillet. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, or until the nuts begin to brown. Remove from heat. |
| 7 | In a large bowl, toss together the cooked wild rice and the bell pepper mixture. |
| 8 | For the dressing, in a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the seasoned rice vinegar, apple cider vinegar, 1 tablespoon of olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Cover and shake until well blended. |
| 9 | Pour the dressing over the salad and toss until evenly coated. |
| 10 | Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight, to allow the flavors to meld together. |
| 11 | To serve, spoon the salad onto a platter lined with lettuce leaves for a refreshing presentation. |
Enjoy Your Salad!
This Wild Rice Cashew Salad is not only delicious but also nutritious, packed with wholesome ingredients that will satisfy your taste buds and keep you feeling satisfied. Whether you’re serving it as a side dish or enjoying it as a light meal on its own, this salad is sure to be a hit with family and friends. Prepare it ahead of time for easy entertaining and watch it disappear as everyone reaches for seconds!
