Best 4 Wild Rice And Bean Salad Recipes

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**Wild Rice and Bean Salad**

This vibrant and flavorful wild rice and bean salad is a delicious and healthy side dish or main course. It's packed with protein, fiber, and vitamins, and it's also a good source of antioxidants. The salad is made with a variety of beans, including black beans, kidney beans, and corn, as well as wild rice, bell peppers, and red onion. It's dressed with a tangy vinaigrette made with olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and Dijon mustard. This salad is perfect for a summer picnic or potluck, and it's also a great way to use up leftover beans and rice.

**Other recipes you might enjoy:**

- **Easy Black Bean Salad:** This simple and flavorful salad is made with black beans, corn, tomatoes, bell peppers, and a tangy vinaigrette. It's a great side dish for grilled chicken or fish.

- **Three-Bean Salad:** This classic three-bean salad is made with kidney beans, green beans, and wax beans. It's dressed with a sweet and tangy vinaigrette and is a perfect side dish for any summer gathering.

- **Cowboy Caviar:** This hearty and flavorful salad is made with black beans, corn, tomatoes, bell peppers, and a zesty vinaigrette. It's a great main course or side dish for a potluck or picnic.

- **Southwestern Black Bean Salad:** This flavorful salad is made with black beans, corn, tomatoes, bell peppers, and a zesty dressing made with chili powder, cumin, and lime juice. It's a great side dish for grilled chicken or fish.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

WILD RICE AND BEAN SALAD



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Nutty, chewy wild rice goes perfectly with creamy Northern beans, here blended together with celery and herbs and a simple vinaigrette.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 20m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 (10-oz.) pkg. frozen cooked wild rice, thawed, or 2 cups cooked wild rice
1 (15.8-oz.) can great northern beans, drained, rinsed
1 (15-oz.) can black beans, drained, rinsed
1 (4.5-oz.) can Old El Paso™ Chopped Green Chiles
1/2 cup sliced celery (1 medium stalk)
1/3 cup chopped onion (1 small)
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1/4 cup olive oil
1/4 cup vinegar
1 teaspoon dry mustard
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2 garlic cloves, minced

Steps:

  • In large bowl, combine all salad ingredients; stir gently to combine.
  • In small bowl, combine all dressing ingredients; mix well.
  • Pour dressing over salad; toss gently to coat. Serve immediately, or cover and refrigerate until serving time.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 185, Carbohydrate 30 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 6 g, Protein 9 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1/2 Cup, Sodium 440 mg, Sugar 3 g

WILD RICE AND KIDNEY BEAN SALAD



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I don't know where my friend Kristin got this recipe. She gave me some to bring home and try and it was so good that I hid it so I wouldn't have to share it with anyone. I made it the next day myself and couldn't leave it alone. This is one of those recipes that you make excuses to go to the kitchen!

Provided by Karrie Stewart

Categories     Rice

Time 1h10m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 (6 ounce) package wild rice mix (your choice)
1 cup chicken broth
1 cup orange juice
1/3 cup water
2 (16 ounce) cans kidney beans
3 large hard-boiled eggs (peeled & diced)
1 large minced onion
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon fresh coarse ground black pepper
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 cup slivered almonds (toasted)
1 -2 chopped fresh jalapeno (remember to use gloves)

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F.
  • Toast almonds for about 10-15 minutes or until golden.
  • Remove and cool.
  • In the meantime, cook rice mix in chicken broth, orange juice, and water until done.
  • Let cool.
  • Rinse kidney beans.
  • In small bowl, mix together mayonnaise, salt, And both peppers, set aside.
  • In large bowl, combine cooked rice, kidney beans, eggs, onion, jalapeños, mayonnaise mixture, and almonds.
  • Mix well and chill for 2 hours.

SOUTHWEST BLACK BEAN AND WILD RICE SALAD



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Categories     Salad     Side     Lettuce

Yield 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

11/2 c cooked and drained bl beans
1 head romaine and red leaf
1 bunch green onions
1 cucumber, peeled seeded and sliced
2 tomatoes chopped
2 avocados chopped
2 cups blue-corn chips broken
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
2 cups shredded pepper jack cheese
1 tsp chili powder
1 tsp ground cumin
1 tsp ground red pepper
1 tsp garlic powder
¾ cup cooked wild rice
French dressing

Steps:

  • Mix beans, lettuces, onions, cucumber, tomato. avocado, chips and cheeses in a large bowl. Combine the seasonings and the wild rice in a separate bowl, mix well. Add to the black bean mixture and mix well. Moisten with French dressing, toss until combined. Serve immediately.

BLACK BEAN AND WILD RICE SALAD



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I love this cold salad as a light lunch or dinner, or as a side dish in the summer or fall. The orange and herb vinaigrette is really delicious! Dried cherries are a tasty substitution for the dried cranberries. And pecans work well if you don't have cashews.

Provided by SeattleFarmersMarketGirl

Categories     Salad     Grains     Rice Salad Recipes

Time 50m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 red onion, finely chopped
1 bunch cilantro, chopped
1 (14 ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
1 (16 ounce) package cooked wild rice
½ cup dried cranberries
½ cup roughly chopped cashews
½ cup freshly squeezed orange juice
¼ cup olive oil
3 tablespoons tarragon vinegar
1 ½ teaspoons Dijon mustard
½ teaspoon dried thyme
¼ teaspoon ground cumin
⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Toss the red onion, cilantro, black beans, wild rice, dried cranberries, and cashews together in a large mixing bowl.
  • Whisk the orange juice, olive oil, tarragon vinegar, Dijon mustard, thyme, cumin, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper together in a small bowl; pour over the rice mixture in the mixing bowl and toss to coat. Chill 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 252.7 calories, Carbohydrate 32.8 g, Fat 11.4 g, Fiber 5.6 g, Protein 7 g, SaturatedFat 1.8 g, Sodium 274.5 mg, Sugar 7.7 g

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your salad.
  • Don't overcook the rice. Wild rice should be cooked until it is tender but still has a little bit of a bite to it.
  • Use a variety of beans. This will add different flavors and textures to your salad.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different vegetables. Almost any vegetable can be added to this salad.
  • Use a light dressing. A vinaigrette or lemon-tahini dressing is a good option.
  • Garnish your salad with fresh herbs. This will add a pop of color and flavor.

Conclusion:

Wild rice and bean salad is a delicious, healthy, and easy-to-make dish. It is perfect for lunch, dinner, or a potluck. With its colorful vegetables, hearty beans, and fluffy wild rice, this salad is sure to please everyone. So next time you are looking for a healthy and satisfying meal, give this wild rice and bean salad a try.

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