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Ina Garten Wild Rice Salad

Ina Garten’s Wild Rice Salad is a delightful mix of nutty wild rice, crunchy vegetables, sweet dried fruits, and a tangy dressing. It’s a celebration of bold flavors and textures that come together in a harmony of taste. Known for her simple yet elegant recipes, Ina transforms this dish into a showstopper for any occasion.

Ingredients

  • Wild rice – 1 cup, cooked as per package instructions
  • Dried cranberries – ½ cup
  • Chopped celery – ½ cup
  • Chopped red onion – ¼ cup
  • Toasted pecans – ½ cup
  • Fresh parsley – ¼ cup, chopped
  • Orange zest – 1 tsp
  • Orange juice – ¼ cup
  • Olive oil – 2 tbsp
  • White wine vinegar – 1 tbsp
  • Salt and pepper – to taste

Instructions

  1. Cook the wild rice according to package instructions, then let it cool.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cranberries, celery, red onion, pecans, parsley, and orange zest.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together orange juice, olive oil, white wine vinegar, salt, and pepper.
  4. Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently.
  5. Add the cooled wild rice and mix until well combined.
  6. Let the salad sit for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.