WILD RICE APPLE SALAD

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You're in for a treat if you've never tasted wild rice from Minnesota! Wild rice is actually a cereal grain that's full of fiber and minerals. It's not only healthful, but delicious-especially when prepared in this dish.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 55m

Yield 6-8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

2 cups water
2/3 cup wild rice
2 medium tart apples, chopped
2 celery ribs, sliced
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 tablespoon lemon juice
DRESSING:
1/2 cup reduced-fat plain yogurt
1/2 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise

Steps:

In a large saucepan, bring the water and rice to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 45-60 minutes or until rice is tender. Fluff with a fork. Drain if necessary. , In a large bowl, combine the rice, apples, celery, brown sugar and lemon juice. Combine the dressing ingredients; pour over rice mixture; toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 198 calories, Fat 7g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 7mg cholesterol, Sodium 140mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges