HOLIDAY RICE SALAD

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It's nice to prepare a cold salad like this when entertaining because it can be made ahead and doesn't take up valuable oven space.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 10m

Yield 14 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 17

7 cups cooked wild rice, cooled
1 cup chopped pecans, toasted
1 cup thinly sliced green onions
1/2 cup dried cranberries
1/2 cup dried cherries or additional dried cranberries
1/2 cup golden raisins
1/2 cup minced fresh parsley
1/4 cup slivered almonds, toasted
1 tablespoon chopped fresh mint or 1 teaspoon dried mint flakes
DRESSING:
1/2 cup orange juice
1/3 cup cider vinegar
1/4 cup olive oil
1 tablespoon lime juice
2 teaspoons sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Combine the first 9 ingredients. In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine dressing ingredients; shake well. Pour over rice mixture and toss to coat. Refrigerate, covered, for 2 hours or until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 245 calories, Fat 11g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 175mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 5g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Ch Faizan
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This is a great salad to make ahead of time. It's even better the next day.


Cynthia Cifelli
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I'm not a huge fan of rice salad, but this one is delicious! The dressing is light and flavorful, and the combination of ingredients is perfect.


Caption Durrani
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This salad is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love the combination of flavors and textures.


Ahsan Arif
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I've made this salad several times and it's always a hit. It's a great way to use up leftover rice.


Eyob Mesfin
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This salad is a beautiful and delicious addition to any holiday table.


David Lem
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This is a great salad to make ahead of time. It's even better the next day.


naim Mia
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I love the combination of flavors and textures in this salad. It's the perfect side dish for a holiday meal.


Md Mujib
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This salad is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Arifali Jagirani
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I made this salad for my holiday dinner and it was a big hit! Everyone loved the flavors and the presentation.


Rajon Biswas
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This is a beautiful and delicious salad. I love the festive presentation.


denno jakayuo
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This salad is the perfect balance of sweet and savory. I love the combination of the rice, cranberries, and nuts.


Abenezer Getachew
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This salad is a great make-ahead dish. I made it the day before my party and it was even better the next day.


MD Shihad
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I've made this salad several times and it's always a hit. It's so refreshing and flavorful. I love the addition of the cranberries and almonds.


Habiba Siraj
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This is my go-to salad for holiday gatherings. It's always a crowd-pleaser and it's so easy to make. I love the combination of flavors and textures.


Rita Mahato
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I made this salad for my family's Christmas dinner and it was a huge success! Everyone loved the flavors and the presentation. I will definitely be making this again.


C. J. J. Hofsta
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This salad was a big hit at my holiday party. Everyone loved the unique flavor combination and the festive presentation. I will definitely be making this again next year.


ayo mede
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I'm not a huge fan of rice salad, but this one is a game-changer! The dressing is light and flavorful, and the combination of ingredients is spot-on. I especially love the addition of the fresh herbs. I'll definitely be making this again.


Jayden Dow
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This rice salad is the perfect make-ahead dish for a busy holiday season. I made it the day before my party and it was even better the next day. The flavors had time to meld together and the rice stayed nice and fluffy. I highly recommend this recipe


Malik Basit
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This holiday rice salad was a hit at our gathering! The combination of flavors and textures was perfect, and the presentation was beautiful. I especially loved the crunch of the toasted almonds and the sweetness of the dried cranberries. I'll definit