WILD RICE ASPARAGUS SALAD (WEIGHT WATCHERS)

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Got this from one of my friend's Weight Watchers cooking book. Haven't tried it yet. This counts 2 points per serving

Provided by Marsha D.

Categories     Long Grain Rice

Time 4h10m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 teaspoons chicken bouillon cubes
1/2 cup regular long grain rice
1/2 cup wild rice, rinsed
1 lb asparagus, cut into 1-inch lengths
1 red bell pepper, chopped
1 red onion, chopped
1/2 cup chopped parsley
1/3 cup white wine vinegar
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon sugar
1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
12 leaves red leaf lettuce

Steps:

  • In a medium saucepan, combine 2 3/4 cups water and add bouillon cubes, bring to a boil.
  • Add both kinds of rice. Reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 45-50 minutes. Remove from heat.
  • In a large bowl combine rest of ingredients except the lettuce leaves.
  • Add rice to bowl with ingredients and toss to combine.
  • Place lettuce leaves on a larger platter and top with rice mixture.
  • Refrigerate, covered until chill, about 3 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 165.1, Fat 3, SaturatedFat 0.5, Cholesterol 0.1, Sodium 149.1, Carbohydrate 30.4, Fiber 3.7, Sugar 4, Protein 6

Judy Kiser
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This is the best wild rice salad I've ever had! The dressing is amazing and the combination of flavors is perfect.


Manisha Parajuli
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I've made this salad several times and it's always a hit. It's a healthy and delicious side dish that everyone loves.


Saimul Hoque
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This salad is a great make-ahead meal. I made it on Sunday and it lasted me all week for lunch.


arul Kali
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I'm not a vegetarian, but I really enjoyed this salad. It's a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables.


Rakibboy
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I love the addition of the almonds in this salad. They add a nice crunch and flavor.


Jannat Ntambi
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover asparagus. I always have a bunch of asparagus in my fridge, so this salad is a lifesaver.


Asim Pandey
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I'm always looking for new ways to cook wild rice, and this salad is a great option. It's healthy, delicious, and easy to make.


eva school
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I made this salad for a picnic and it was perfect! It was easy to transport and everyone loved it.


Kathleen “Kat” Dianne
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This is a great salad to make ahead of time. It actually tastes even better the next day.


ddgbling Queen
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I'm not a huge fan of asparagus, but I really enjoyed this salad. The dressing really brought out the flavor of the asparagus.


Khalid bhutta
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I love how versatile this recipe is. I've made it with different types of rice and vegetables, and it always turns out great.


Samuel Oladotun
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The instructions were easy to follow and the salad came together quickly. I made it for a potluck and it was a big hit.


Abbas Shah
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This salad was a hit at my dinner party! Everyone loved the unique flavor combination and the dressing was a perfect complement to the wild rice and asparagus.


Satya Mazhe
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I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out great! The salad was light and refreshing, and the dressing was delicious. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a healthy and tasty side dish.


Joseph Karuri
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This wild rice and asparagus salad was an absolute delight! The combination of flavors and textures was perfect. The wild rice had a nutty flavor that complemented the asparagus's sweetness, and the dressing added a tangy kick. I'll definitely be mak