WILD RICE AND APRICOT SALAD

WILD RICE AND APRICOT SALAD image

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 c wild rice, uncooked
3 c watere
5 shallots, halved (about 1/4 lb)
2 tsps olive oil, divided
1/2 c thinly sliced green onions
1/2 c dried apricots, cut into 1/4" strips
2 Tbsps chopped fresh parsley
2 Tbsps water
2 Tbsps balsamic vinegar
1/4 tsp grated orange rind
1/4 tsp salt
1/8 tsp pepper

Steps:

Wash wild rice in 3 changes of hot water; drain. Combine rice and 3 c water in a saucepan; bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer 45 mins. Drain and set aside. Toss shallots with 1 tsp oil in a shallow baking dish. Bake at 400 degs for 20 mins or until shallots are softened and edges are dark brown. Combine rice, shallots, green onons, apricots and parsley in a bowl; toss gently, and set aside. Combine remainng tsp oil, 2 Tbsp water and next 4 ingredients in a bowl; stir with a wire shisk. Pour over rice mixture; toss gently.