Best Wild Rice Chicken Salad With Raspberry Vinaigrette Recipes

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WILD RICE CHICKEN SALAD



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"Juicy red grapes, crunchy cashews and water chestnuts and a touch of tarragon make this wild rice salad a big hit at our family reunion," reports Mary Ann Morgan of Powder Springs, Georgia. "I fix it often at home for potluck dinners."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 7 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

2-1/2 cups cubed cooked chicken breast
3 cups cooked wild rice
1 can (8 ounces) sliced water chestnuts, drained
1/3 cup thinly sliced green onions
2/3 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise
1/3 cup fat-free milk
2 to 3 tablespoons lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon dried tarragon
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 cup halved seedless red grapes
1/4 cup salted cashew halves

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the chicken, rice, water chestnuts and green onions. In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, milk, lemon juice, salt, tarragon and pepper. Pour over chicken mixture; toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 2-3 hours. Just before serving, fold in grapes and sprinkle with cashews.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 303 calories, Fat 13g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 51mg cholesterol, Sodium 435mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 20g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

WILD RICE SALAD



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Provided by Ina Garten

Time 1h50m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup long-grain wild rice (6 ounces)
Kosher salt
2 navel oranges
2 tablespoons good olive oil
2 tablespoons freshly squeezed orange juice
2 tablespoons raspberry vinegar
1/2 cup seedless green grapes, cut in half
1/2 cup pecans, toasted
1/4 cup dried cranberries
2 tablespoons scallions, white and green parts, chopped
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Place the wild rice in a medium pot with 4 cups of water and 2 teaspoons of salt and bring to a boil. Simmer uncovered for 50 to 60 minutes, until the rice is very tender. Drain well and place the rice back in the pot. Cover and allow to steam for 10 minutes. While the rice is still warm, place it in a mixing bowl. Peel the oranges with a sharp knife, removing all the white pith. Cut between the membranes and add the orange sections to the bowl with the rice. Add the olive oil, orange juice, raspberry vinegar, grapes, pecans, cranberries, scallions, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, and the pepper. Allow to sit for 30 minutes for the flavors to blend. Taste for seasonings and serve at room temperature.

WILD RICE SALAD



Wild Rice Salad image

Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     side-dish

Time 2h

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup long-grain wild rice (6 ounces)
Kosher salt
2 navel oranges
2 tablespoons good olive oil
2 tablespoons freshly squeezed orange juice
2 tablespoons raspberry vinegar
1/2 cup seedless green grapes, cut in half
1/2 cup pecans, toasted
1/4 cup dried cranberries
2 tablespoons scallions, white and green parts, chopped
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Place the wild rice in a medium pot with 4 cups of water and 2 teaspoons of salt and bring to a boil. Simmer uncovered for 50 to 60 minutes, until the rice is very tender. Drain well and place the rice back in the pot. Cover and allow to steam for 10 minutes.
  • While the rice is still warm, place it in a mixing bowl. Peel the oranges with a sharp knife, removing all the white pith. Cut between the membranes and add the orange sections to the bowl with the rice. Add the olive oil, orange juice, raspberry vinegar, grapes, pecans, cranberries, scallions, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, and the pepper. Allow to sit for 30 minutes for the flavors to blend. Taste for seasonings and serve at room temperature.

SUMMER CHICKEN SALAD WITH RASPBERRY VINAIGRETTE



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This best-of-the-season salad is guaranteed to be a hit! It's piled high with fresh fruits and veggies, chicken and greens, drizzled with a tasty raspberry vinaigrette-and simply delicious. -Heidi Farnworth, Riverton, Utah

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 package (10 ounces) ready-to-serve salad greens
3-1/2 cups cubed cooked chicken
1 cup fresh sugar snap peas
1 cup fresh blueberries
1 cup fresh raspberries
1 celery rib, thinly sliced
1/4 cup olive oil
3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon seedless red raspberry preserves
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 cup slivered almonds, toasted

Steps:

  • Place the salad greens, chicken, peas, berries and celery in a large bowl. In a small bowl, whisk the oil, vinegar, preserves, salt, onion powder and pepper. Drizzle over salad; toss gently to coat. Top with almonds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 318 calories, Fat 18g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 73mg cholesterol, Sodium 287mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 27g protein.

CHICKEN AND WILD RICE SALAD



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Categories     Salad     Chicken     Fruit     Quick & Easy     Lunch     Buffet     Apple     Celery     Fall     Potluck     Wild Rice     Gourmet     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Makes 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 cups water
1 cup wild rice
1 1/2 teaspoons salt, or to taste
1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons olive oil
1/4 cup Sherry vinegar
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
4 cups cubed (1/2 inch) cooked chicken (about 1 3/4 pound)
2 celery ribs, cut into 1/4-inch-thick slices (2 cups)
1 medium red onion, finely chopped (1 cup)
2 Granny Smith apples, cut into 1/2-inch cubes

Steps:

  • Bring water to a boil in a 2-quart heavy saucepan, then add rice and 1 teaspoon salt. Reduce heat to low and cook, covered, until rice is tender and most grains are split open, 1 to 1 1/4 hours. Drain well and cool.
  • Whisk together oil, vinegar, mustard, remaining salt (or to taste), and pepper.
  • Combine rice with remaining ingredients in a large bowl, then gently toss with vinaigrette.

WILD RICE CHICKEN SALAD



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If you like chicken salad, you'll love this one! It is good plain with crackers or served in a pita or a croissant. It is wonderful for women's luncheons. Everyone loves it.

Provided by Chef Doozer

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 2h15m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup uncooked wild rice
2 cups diced cooked chicken (or 1 large can of chicken, drained)
1 cup red grapes, halved
1 cup sliced water chestnuts
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup chopped red onion
1/2 teaspoon lemon juice
1 cup cashews or 1 cup almonds
1/2 cup craisins (optional)
salt and pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Cook rice according to package directions. Drain and cool to room temperature. Add rest of ingredients in a large bowl and mix well. Cover and chill a couple hours before serving (overnight is fine).
  • Tips: I have been using the Uncle Ben's 90 second microwave pouch for the rice part. I use the long grain and wild rice mix.
  • I also think it tastes better with canned chicken.

WILD RICE-CHICKEN SALAD WITH RASPBERRY VINAIGRETTE



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Number Of Ingredients 9

3 cups cold cooked wild rice
1 1/2 cups cubed cooked chicken
4 , medium green onions, , chopped (4 tablespoons)
1 , medium green bell pepper, , chopped (1 cup)
1 can (8 ounces) sliced water chestnut, drained
1 package (6 ounces) diced dried fruits and raisins
1/3 cup raspberry vinegar
1/4 cup honey
2 tablespoons vegetable oil

Steps:

  • 1. Mix all ingredients except vinegar, honey and oil in large bowl.2. Shake vinegar, honey and oil in tightly covered container. Pour over wild rice mixture toss.3. Cover and refrigerate 1 to 2 hours to blend flavors.wing it!Jazz it up! For a nutty flavor, toss chopped walnuts or pecans into this salad. For extra color add dried cherries or cranberries.1 SERVING: Calories 345 (Calories from Fat 70) Fat 8g (Saturated 1g) Cholesterol 30mg Sodium 320mg Carbohydrate 54g (Dietary Fiber 4g) Protein 14g * % DAILY VALUE: Vitamin A 8% Vitamin C 36% Calcium 4% Iron 12% * DIET EXCHANGES: 2 Starch, 1 Fruit, 2 Vegetable, 1 Lean Meat * CARBOHYDRATE CHOICES: 3 1/2From "Betty Crocker's Dinner Made Easy With Rotisserie Chicken." Text Copyright 2004 General Mills. Used with permission of the publisher, Wiley Publishing, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

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WILD RICE-CHICKEN SALAD WITH RASPBERRY VINAIGRETTE



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Number Of Ingredients 9

3 cups cold cooked wild rice
1 1/2 cups cubed cooked chicken or turkey
4 medium green onions, chopped (1/4 cup)
1 medium green bell peppers, chopped (1 cup)
1 (8-ounce) can sliced water chestnut, drained
1 (6-ounce) package diced dried fruits and raisins
1/3 cup raspberry vinegar
1/4 cup honey
2 tablespoons vegetable oil

Steps:

  • Mix all ingredients together except vinegar, honey, and oil in large bowl. Shake vinegar, honey and oil in tightly covered container. Pour over wild rice mixture toss. Cover and refrigerate 1 to 2 hours to blend flavors.1 Serving: Calories 330 (Calories from Fat 70) Fat 8g (Saturated 1g) Cholesterol 30mg Sodium 45mg Carbohydrate 55g (Dietary Fiber 5g) Protein 14g% Daily Value: Vitamin A 8% Vitamin C 38% Calcium 4% Iron 12%Diet Exchanges: 2 Starch, 1 Lean Meat, 2 Vegetable, 1 FruitBetty's TipInstead of diced dried fruits and raisins, try dried cherries or cranberries.

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