Wild Rice Quinoa Garden Salad

May 19, 2023May 19, 20230 0
Wild Rice Quinoa Garden Salad
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Prep

15 min

Cook

60 min

Ready In

75 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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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

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
240
Sugar
3g
Fat
10g
This Wild Rice Quinoa Garden Salad is a colorful and nutritious dish that's perfect for a light lunch or dinner. Made with protein-packed wild rice and quinoa, this salad is loaded with crunchy vegetables like green onion, red bell pepper, and cucumber. The homemade dressing combines heart-healthy olive oil, tangy balsamic vinegar, and aromatic herbs and spices for a flavor-packed salad that's as healthy as it is delicious. Serve this salad at your next family picnic or potluck for a crowd-pleasing dish that's sure to impress.

Instructions

1.In a medium saucepan, bring 2 cups of water to a boil. Add the wild rice, cover, and reduce the heat to low. Cook for about 45 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the water is absorbed.
2.In a separate saucepan, bring 1 cup of water to a boil. Add the quinoa, cover, and reduce the heat to low. Cook for about 15 minutes, or until the quinoa is tender and the water is absorbed.
3.In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked wild rice, cooked quinoa, green onion, red bell pepper, and cucumber.
4.In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, salt, dried thyme, dried rosemary, fresh ground black pepper, and minced garlic.
5.Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to coat. Serve at room temperature or chilled. Enjoy!

PROS

This salad is packed with nutritious ingredients like wild rice, quinoa, and vegetables.

It’s low in calories and fat, making it a healthy option for a light lunch or dinner.

The dressing is made with heart-healthy olive oil and balsamic vinegar, providing additional health benefits.

CONS

The wild rice and quinoa take a bit of time to cook, so this salad requires some advance planning.

Some people may not enjoy the texture of wild rice, so this salad may not be for everyone.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This salad is a great source of protein, fiber, and other essential nutrients.
Wild rice and quinoa are both whole grains, which have been shown to reduce the risk of heart disease and certain types of cancer.
The vegetables in this salad are packed with vitamins and minerals, making this salad a nutritious and delicious meal.

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