RICE SALAD WITH NUTS AND SOUR CHERRIES FROM 'PLENTY MORE'

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Categories     Salad     Stew     High Fiber     Winter

Yield 6-8 people

Number Of Ingredients 16

Scant 1 cup/150 g wild rice
Scant 1 1/4 cup/220 g basmati rice
5 1/2 tbsp/80 ml olive oil
2/3 cup/100 g quinoa
6 1/2 tbsp/60 g almonds, skins on, coarsely chopped
7 tbsp/60 g pine nuts
1/4 cup/60 ml sunflower oil
2 medium onions, thinly sliced (about 3 cups/320 g)
1 cup/30 g flat-leaf parsley leaves, coarsely chopped
2/3 cup/20 g basil leaves, coarsely chopped
1/3 cup/10 g tarragon leaves, coarsely chopped
2 cups/40 g arugula
2/3 cup/80 g dried sour cherries
1/4 cup/60 ml lemon juice, plus the grated zest of 1 lemon
2 cloves garlic, crushed
Salt and black pepper

Steps:

  • Procedures 1 Place the wild rice in a saucepan, cover with plenty of water, bring to a boil, and then turn down to a gentle simmer and cook for 35 minutes, until the rice is cooked but still firm. Drain, rinse under cold water, and set aside to dry. 2 Mix the basmati rice with 1 tablespoon of the olive oil and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Place in a saucepan with 1 1/3 cups/ 330 ml of boiling water, cover, and cook over the lowest possible heat for 15 minutes. Remove from the heat, place a tea towel over the pan, replace the lid, and set aside for 10 minutes. Uncover and allow to cool down completely. 3 Bring a small saucepan of water to a boil and add the quinoa. Cook for 9 minutes, then drain into a fine sieve, refresh under cold water, and set aside. 4 Place the almonds and pine nuts in a small pan with 1 tablespoon of the olive oil and a pinch of salt. Cook over medium-low heat for about 5 minutes, stirring frequently. Transfer to a small plate as soon as the pine nuts begin to color and set aside. 5 Heat the sunflower oil in a large sauté pan and add the onions, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and some black pepper. Cook over high heat for 5 to 8 minutes, stirring often, so that parts of the onion get crisp and others just soft. Transfer to paper towels to drain. 6 Place all the grains in a large bowl along with the chopped herbs, arugula, fried onion, nuts, and sour cherries. Add the lemon juice and zest, the remaining 3 1/2 tbsp olive oil, the garlic, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and some pepper. Mix well and set aside for at least 10 minutes before serving.

Neha Akter
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I'm not sure about the combination of rice, nuts, and cherries, but I'm willing to try it.


Ahsan ayaz
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This salad looks so refreshing and delicious.


Emina rekoJ
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I can't wait to try this recipe!


Lil MasXGamer
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This salad sounds like a great way to get my kids to eat more fruits and vegetables.


Air light
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I love the idea of adding nuts and cherries to a rice salad.


Nita kulung Rai
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I'm definitely going to try this recipe the next time I have a potluck to attend.


Sepand rad
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This recipe seems like it would be a great way to use up leftover rice.


Ismail Qurban
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I'm not a big fan of cherries, but I think I would still enjoy this salad.


Abdulmuhsin Mohammed
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This salad looks so delicious, I can't wait to try it!


hn klin
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The instructions for this recipe were a bit confusing.


Kenia Garcia
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I found this salad to be a bit bland.


Mahadev Mandal
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This salad was a bit too sour for my taste, but I think that's because I used fresh cherries instead of dried cherries.


ssali justus
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I added some grilled chicken to this salad, and it was amazing!


Issa Ali
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover rice.


Hercule maiden
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The combination of rice, nuts, and cherries in this salad is simply divine.


Xavier Becerra
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This salad is so refreshing and flavorful. It's perfect for a summer picnic or potluck.


Andy Ramirez
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I love the bright and tangy flavors of this salad.


Kamal Foudar
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I've made this salad several times now, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's so easy to make, and it's always delicious.


Kenga Moiya
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This salad was a hit at my last dinner party! Everyone loved the combination of sweet and savory flavors, and the nuts and cherries added a nice crunch and tartness.