APRICOT WILD RICE SALAD

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Nutty, fruity and packed with flavor, this make-ahead dish is a wholesome side for all kinds of entrees." -Barbara Schulte, Payson, Arizona

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 1h10m

Yield 15 servings (2/3 cup each).

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

3 cups water
2 cups uncooked wild rice
2 cups finely chopped dried apricots
2 cups dried cherries
1 cup chopped walnuts
1/2 cup olive oil
1/3 cup lemon juice
2 tablespoons maple syrup
1-1/2 teaspoons salt

Steps:

In a large saucepan, bring water and rice to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 45-50 minutes or until rice is tender. Drain if necessary. Transfer to a large bowl; cool completely., Meanwhile, place apricots in a small bowl; cover with boiling water. Let stand for 5 minutes; drain. Stir the apricots, cherries and walnuts into rice. In a small bowl, whisk the oil, lemon juice, maple syrup and salt. Pour over rice mixture and mix well. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 293 calories, Fat 12g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 234mg sodium, Carbohydrate 44g carbohydrate (20g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 5g protein.