WILD RICE & ORZO CRANBERRY SALAD

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WILD RICE & ORZO CRANBERRY SALAD image

Categories     Salad     Side

Yield 15+ people

Number Of Ingredients 15

3.5 cups chicken stock for cooking of rice
3.5 cups water (or chicken stock) for orzo
1 cup (dry) wild rice
2 cups (dry) orzo
1/8 cup chopped italian parsley
1.5 cup chopped green onion (using plenty of green portion)
1.5 cups chopped pecans
2 cups chopped celery
2 cups dried cranberries
3/4 cup fruity wine (white zinfandel works well)
Dressing:
1/4 cup OJ concentrate
1/2 cup olive oil
1/4 cup seasoned rice vinegar
1/16 cup or 1.5 Tbsp grated fresh ginger

Steps:

  • Bring chicken stock for rice to boil and add wild rice simmer for 55 minutes covered. In separate saucepan, add cranberries and wine, bring up to boil and continue cooking on medium-low for 5 minutes and put in a bowl to cool. Next, bring water to boil for orzo, add orzo and cook pasta for 9 minutes. Note when done you won't need to drain orzo as it should absorb most of the liquid and you may need to add a bit more. You will likely have time to chop other ingredients while rice finishes. When rice done, put in a large bowl with orzo and combine well. Add celery, onion, parsley, pecans, and cranberries and mix well again. Add dressing and mix well again and chill.

Isaac Makgoba
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This salad is delicious! I love the combination of flavors and textures. It's a great make-ahead salad for potlucks or picnics.


sotero Ortiz
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I made this salad for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the unique combination of flavors and textures.


Kon Kar
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover rice and orzo. It's also a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables.


Aryanna
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I love the dressing for this salad. It's made with a combination of olive oil, lemon juice, and honey. It's light and refreshing, and it really brings out the flavors of the other ingredients.


Lamber calow
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This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables. It's also a great source of fiber and protein.


Banin Erfani
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I'm not a huge fan of cranberries, but I really enjoyed this salad. The other flavors really balance out the tartness of the cranberries.


Rafi Official
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This salad is a great make-ahead salad for potlucks or picnics. It's also a great way to use up leftover rice and orzo.


Sadi Hasan
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I love the combination of flavors and textures in this salad. The wild rice and orzo add a nice chewy texture, while the cranberries and pecans add a pop of sweetness and crunch.


Mahafuza Parvin
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover rice and orzo. It's also a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables.


Noman ali Noman ali
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I've made this salad several times and it's always a success. It's a great salad to bring to potlucks or picnics because it's so easy to make and it travels well.


Rahmat Bello
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This salad is a keeper! It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


sida Jawara
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This salad is delicious! I love the combination of flavors and textures. It's a great make-ahead salad for potlucks or picnics.


Earl_of_Shadows
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I made this salad exactly as the recipe said and it turned out perfect. I would definitely recommend it to anyone looking for a new and exciting salad recipe.


Md Mithu
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover rice and orzo. It's also a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables.


okafor eaglet davinson
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I love this salad! It's so refreshing and flavorful. I especially love the dressing, which is made with a combination of olive oil, lemon juice, and honey.


Moon chacky
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This salad is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I've made it for picnics, potlucks, and even just as a side dish for dinner. It's always a hit.


Khurt Dada
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I'm not a huge fan of cranberries, but I really enjoyed this salad. The other flavors really balance out the tartness of the cranberries.


Ahmed Tamer Soliman
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This is a great salad for meal prep. I made a big batch on Sunday and have been eating it for lunch all week. It's still just as delicious as when I first made it.


Tashi Wangchuk
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I made this salad for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the unique combination of flavors and textures. I will definitely be making this again.


Konok Kumar
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This salad is a perfect blend of sweet, savory, and tart flavors. The wild rice and orzo add a nice chewy texture, while the cranberries and pecans add a pop of sweetness and crunch. I also love the addition of the feta cheese, which adds a nice salt