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Wild Rice and Corn Salad - Recipe

Try this appetizing salad for your next picnic--a crunchy medley featuring the nutty flavor of wild rice.
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Wild Rice and Corn Salad Recipe
Directions
  • Cook rice according to directions and omit seasonings if included within the package of the rice blend. Cook and set aside to cool.
  • Empty corn into a colander over the sink, pouring 2 to 3 cups of boiling water over the corn. Drain thoroughly and cool. Combine corn, rice, celery, carrots, cranberries, onion, and nuts in large serving bowl.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together dressing ingredients and season to taste. Pour dressing over salad and mix well. Cover and chill for a few hours before serving.
  • Garnish with almonds or sunflower seeds, adding more if desired.
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    Prep Time: 15 minutes
    Cook Time: 30 minutes
    Container: Large serving bowl
    Servings: 10
    Serving Size: 1 cup
    Ingredients
    -1 1/2 cups wild rice blend (white & wild) 2 - 6 oz pkgs
    -2 cups corn, frozen niblets
    -3 stalks celery, finely chopped
    -1 cup carrots, shredded
    -1 cup dried cranberries
    -1/2 cup slivered almonds or sunflower seeds
    -1/2 cup red onion, finely chopped
    - Salad Dressing
    -1/2 cup raspberry vinegar
    -2 tablespoons olive oil or canola oil
    -1 1/2 tablespoons soy sauce
    -1 tablespoon orange rind, grated (rind of 1 orange)
    -1/2 teaspoon black pepper, or to taste
    - salt - season to taste