**Chicken and Wild Rice Salad with Golden Raisins: A Delightful Medley of Flavors and Textures**
Immerse yourself in a culinary journey with our tantalizing Chicken and Wild Rice Salad with Golden Raisins, a symphony of flavors and textures that will elevate your lunch or dinner spread. This vibrant salad boasts tender chicken, nutty wild rice, and plump, golden raisins, all harmoniously united by a creamy Dijon mustard dressing. As you savor each bite, the sweetness of the raisins mingles with the savory chicken and the earthy notes of the wild rice, creating a delectable dance on your palate. With its vibrant colors and refreshing taste, this salad is not only a feast for the eyes but also a delightful treat for your taste buds. Join us as we embark on a step-by-step guide to crafting this culinary masterpiece, along with variations and additional recipes to satisfy your cravings for diverse and flavorful dishes.
WILD RICE CHICKEN SALAD
"Juicy red grapes, crunchy cashews and water chestnuts and a touch of tarragon make this wild rice salad a big hit at our family reunion," reports Mary Ann Morgan of Powder Springs, Georgia. "I fix it often at home for potluck dinners."
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 10m
Yield 7 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the chicken, rice, water chestnuts and green onions. In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, milk, lemon juice, salt, tarragon and pepper. Pour over chicken mixture; toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 2-3 hours. Just before serving, fold in grapes and sprinkle with cashews.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 303 calories, Fat 13g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 51mg cholesterol, Sodium 435mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 20g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
CURRIED WILD RICE SALAD WITH RAISINS AND PECANS
Cold curried wild rice salad with raisins and pecans is an addictive and easy side dish!
Provided by Kathryn Doherty
Categories Easy Vegetarian Recipes
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Cook rice according to package directions, omitting the butter and seasonings. Once rice is cooked, rinse under cold water, drain well and place in a medium bowl.
- Add remaining salad ingredients to bowl and stir to combine.
- To make the vinaigrette, combine all of the ingredients in a small jar or a container with a tight fitting lid. Cover and shake vigorously for 30-45 seconds, until well mixed and the sugar is dissolved.
- Pour vinaigrette over salad and toss to combine.
- Serve or chill until ready to serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 412 calories, Carbohydrate 51 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 0 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 24 grams fat, Fiber 5 grams fiber, Protein 5 grams protein, SaturatedFat 3 grams saturated fat, Sodium 282 grams sodium, Sugar 30 grams sugar, TransFat 0 grams trans fat, UnsaturatedFat 20 grams unsaturated fat
WILD RICE CHICKEN SALAD
I've had a similar salad at a favorite restaurant on an Indian reservation in northern Wisconsin before they changed chefs. I wanted to make this a main-dish salad, so added the chicken. It also works with left-over Thanksgiving turkey. You can use a mix of golden raisins and dried cranberries if desired. You may substitute a...
Provided by Carolyn Haas
Categories Salads
Time 10m
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- 1. Mix all ingredients together. Adjust seasonings. Chill before serving.
CHICKEN AND WILD RICE SALAD
Categories Salad Chicken Fruit Quick & Easy Lunch Buffet Apple Celery Fall Potluck Wild Rice Gourmet Dairy Free Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added Kosher
Yield Makes 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Bring water to a boil in a 2-quart heavy saucepan, then add rice and 1 teaspoon salt. Reduce heat to low and cook, covered, until rice is tender and most grains are split open, 1 to 1 1/4 hours. Drain well and cool.
- Whisk together oil, vinegar, mustard, remaining salt (or to taste), and pepper.
- Combine rice with remaining ingredients in a large bowl, then gently toss with vinaigrette.
WILD RICE SALAD WITH RAISINS
A rice salad that is an absolute must with left over turkey at Christmas.. this started out as a delia recipe but got edited along the way. In answer to Kumquat's review, you have to ground or mince the garlic up if you can't pound it up in a pestle and mortar.
Provided by Tulip-Fairy
Categories Salad Dressings
Time 1h5m
Yield 12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Preheat oven to gas 4 / 350°F / 180°C.
- Cook the rice as per packet instruction. When cooked but still warm mix with 3-4 tbsp of the dressing, toss the rice around in the dressing and then leave to cool completely.
- Make the dressing: Pound the garlic with the salt into a creamy paste.
- Next work in the mustard powder.
- Whisk in the vinegar and olive oil.
- Season with plenty of black pepper.
- Now toast the walnuts, spread them out on a baking tray and place them in the oven for 8 minutes. (Put a timer on, they burn easily).
- Mix rice with cucumber, tomatoes, diced pepper, apple, raisins, spring onions and walnuts.
- Drizzle with the remaining dressing and mix again so that everything is throughly combined and coated in dressing.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 133, Fat 11.2, SaturatedFat 1.4, Sodium 197.2, Carbohydrate 8.6, Fiber 1.5, Sugar 5.7, Protein 1.4
WILD RICE CHICKEN SALAD
If you like chicken salad, you'll love this one! It is good plain with crackers or served in a pita or a croissant. It is wonderful for women's luncheons. Everyone loves it.
Provided by Chef Doozer
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 2h15m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Cook rice according to package directions. Drain and cool to room temperature. Add rest of ingredients in a large bowl and mix well. Cover and chill a couple hours before serving (overnight is fine).
- Tips: I have been using the Uncle Ben's 90 second microwave pouch for the rice part. I use the long grain and wild rice mix.
- I also think it tastes better with canned chicken.
CURRIED SMOKED CHICKEN AND WILD RICE SALAD
Steps:
- Make the dressing:
- In a blender or food processor blend the garlic, the vinegar, the lemon juice, the curry powder, the chutney, and salt and pepper to taste until the mixture is smooth. With the motor running add the oil in a stream, add the sour cream and the water, adding additional water if necessary to reach the desired consistency, and blend the dressing until it is combined well. Transfer the dressing to a small bowl and stir in the coriander. The dressing may be made 1 day in advance and kept covered and chilled.
- Make the wild rice mixture:
- In a large heavy saucepan combine the wild rice with the water and the salt and simmer it, covered, for 45 to 50 minutes, until it is tender and all the water is absorbed. Transfer the wild rice to a large bowl and add the vinegar, the oil, and salt and pepper to taste. Toss the mixture well and let it cool completely. The wild rice mixture may be prepared up to this point 1 day in advance and kept covered and chilled. Stir in the scallions and the raisins.
- Cut the chicken into 3/4-inch pieces. Spoon the wild rice mixture onto one side of a large shallow serving dish, arrange the chicken on the other half, and arrange the mâche decoratively down the middle. Serve the dressing separately. (Alternatively, the wild rice mixture, the chicken, and the dressing may be tossed together in a large serving bowl and garnish with the mâche.)
FRUITED WILD RICE SALAD
I created this salad recipe to feature wild rice, a delicious state crop, plus other harvest ingredients like apples and pecans. I make bushels of it each August when the small nearby village of Dorset (population 22) hosts several thousand visitors at the Taste of Dorset festival. -Larren Wood, Nevis, Minnesota
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 30m
Yield 8-10 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Combine dressing ingredients; set aside. Cook rice according to package directions; drain if needed and allow to cool. In a large bowl, toss apples with lemon juice. Add raisins, grapes, mint, parsley, chives and rice. Add dressing and toss. Season with salt and pepper. Cover and chill several hours or overnight. Just before serving, add pecans and toss lightly.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 280 calories, Fat 14g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 3mg sodium, Carbohydrate 39g carbohydrate (20g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 4g protein.
Tips:
- Use high-quality ingredients. Fresh, flavorful ingredients will make a big difference in the taste of your salad. Look for plump, juicy chicken breasts, tender wild rice, and crisp vegetables.
- Don't overcook the chicken. Overcooked chicken is dry and tough. Cook the chicken until it is just cooked through, about 10 minutes per side.
- Let the rice cool completely before adding it to the salad. This will help prevent the salad from becoming soggy.
- Use a variety of vegetables. This will add color, flavor, and texture to your salad. Some good options include celery, carrots, red onion, and bell pepper.
- Don't be afraid to experiment with different dressings. A simple vinaigrette is always a good choice, but you can also try a creamy dressing or a honey mustard dressing.
Conclusion:
Chicken and wild rice salad with golden raisins is a delicious and healthy meal that is perfect for a summer picnic or potluck. It is also a great way to use up leftover chicken. With a few simple tips, you can make a chicken and wild rice salad that is sure to impress your friends and family.
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