Peach-Balsamic Wild Rice Salad
A delightful blend of earthy wild rice, juicy peaches, and a tangy balsamic vinaigrette creates this refreshing Peach-Balsamic Wild Rice Salad. Tossed with fresh parsley, crunchy pecans, and crumbled goat cheese, this salad offers a perfect balance of sweet, savory, and nutty flavors. Ideal as a light main dish or a unique side for any gathering!
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Peach-Balsamic Wild Rice Salad
Prep Time120 Minutes
Servings4
0Ingredients
2 cups wild rice (see note)
4 Tbs extra virgin olive oil, divided
1 peach, peeled and diced (for dressing)
4 Tbs balsamic vinegar
2 Tbs honey
1/2 tsp black pepper
1/4 tsp salt
4 peaches, sliced and grilled
4 green onions, sliced
2 Tbs fresh parsley, finely chopped
1/2 cup pecans, halves and pieces
4 Tbs goat cheese, crumbled
Directions
- Cook the rice according to package directions. Toss with 2 tablespoons of oil. Set aside to cool. In a food processor, combine the diced peach, vinegar, honey, pepper and salt. Puree to combine. Pour over the rice. Toss to coat. Refrigerate for 4 hours or overnight.
- When ready to serve, stir in the grilled peach slices, onions and parsley. Scatter the pecans and cheese over the top.
Note: One cup of uncooked wild rice equals 3 cups of cooked rice.
Nutritional Information
Per Serving:
Calories: 550, Fat: 23 g (4 g Saturated Fat), Cholesterol: 5 mg, Sodium: 190 mg, Carbohydrates: 77 g, Fiber: 8 g, Protein: 14 g.
120 minutes
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Makes 4 servings
Ben's Original Long Grain & Wild Rice, Original Recipe - 6 Ounce
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Brookshire's Extra Virgin Olive Oil - 17 Fluid Ounce
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Fresh Onions, Green - 1 Each
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Fresh Parsley - 1 Each
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Ellis Pecan Halves - 10 Ounce
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Cypress Grove Cheese, Goat Milk, Fresh, Ms. Natural - 4 Ounce
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Nutritional Information
Per Serving:
Calories: 550, Fat: 23 g (4 g Saturated Fat), Cholesterol: 5 mg, Sodium: 190 mg, Carbohydrates: 77 g, Fiber: 8 g, Protein: 14 g.
Directions
- Cook the rice according to package directions. Toss with 2 tablespoons of oil. Set aside to cool. In a food processor, combine the diced peach, vinegar, honey, pepper and salt. Puree to combine. Pour over the rice. Toss to coat. Refrigerate for 4 hours or overnight.
- When ready to serve, stir in the grilled peach slices, onions and parsley. Scatter the pecans and cheese over the top.
Note: One cup of uncooked wild rice equals 3 cups of cooked rice.