NORTHWOODS WILD RICE SALAD

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This is my Minnesota version of a vintage German slaw served at church suppers. The wild rice has a nutty flavor that's perfect with tangy sauerkraut. -Jeanne Holt, Mendota Heights, Minnesota

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

Ingredients

2/3 cup uncooked wild rice
2 cans (14 ounces each) sauerkraut, rinsed and well drained
1 medium apple, peeled and chopped
3/4 cup chopped celery
3/4 cup shredded carrot (about 1 large carrot)
1/2 cup finely chopped red onion
DRESSING:
1/2 cup sugar
1/3 cup cider vinegar
3 tablespoons canola oil
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
3 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
1 tablespoon minced fresh tarragon or 1 teaspoon dried tarragon
3/4 cup chopped walnuts, toasted

Steps:

Cook wild rice according to package directions. Cool completely., In a large bowl, combine sauerkraut, apple, celery, carrot, onion and cooled rice. In a small bowl, whisk the first five dressing ingredients until sugar is dissolved; stir in herbs. Add to sauerkraut mixture; toss to combine., Refrigerate, covered, at least 4 hours to allow flavors to blend. Stir in walnuts just before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 290 calories, Fat 17g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 747mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (18g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 5g protein.