Wild Rice and Cucumber Salad Recipe

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The fresh flavor of cucumbers and cranberries combined with the natural taste and texture of the wild rice make this salad a refreshing contribution to summer outings.

Wild Rice and Cucumber Salad Recipe (+)

Directions

Cook rice according to package directions. Drain and cool to room temperature.

In a large salad bowl combine rice, orange zest, shallot, green onions, red pepper, and cranberries.

In a small container whisk together oil, orange juice, and season to taste. Add cucumber and parsley to salad.

Drizzle salad with dressing. Stir to combine.

Allow salad to sit, covered, for 2 hours before serving. Serve at room temperature.

Prep Time: 30 minutes

Cook Time: 30 minutes

Serving Size: cup

Servings: 8

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Ingredients

-		1 cup wild rice
-		1 cup brown rice
-		2/3 cup freshly squeezed orange juice
		zest from 1 large orange
-		1 shallot, chopped fine
-		1 bunch green onions, chopped fine
-		2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
-		1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
		kosher salt to taste
		freshly ground black pepper to taste
-		1 seedless cucumber, peeled and coarsely chopped
-		1 large sweet red pepper, chopped
-		2/3 cup dried cranberries
-		1/2 cup parsley leaves, coarsely chopped
		additional salt and pepper, as desired

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