Pear-and-Cranberry Wild Rice Salad
Pear-and-Cranberry Wild Rice Salad might be just the side dish you are searching for. This recipe covers 5% of your daily requirements of vitamins and minerals. One serving contains 124 calories, 3g of protein, and 6g of fat. This recipe serves 6. It is a good option if you're following a gluten free, primal, and vegan diet. A mixture of rice mix, salt, pepper, and a handful of other ingredients are all it takes to make this recipe so delicious. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes around 45 minutes.
Instructions
Cook rice with dried cranberries according to package directions, omitting seasoning packet and butter. Reserve seasoning packet for another use.
Spray a small skillet with cooking spray; heat over medium-high heat.
Add almonds, and saut 3 to 5 minutes or until toasted.
Remove from pan, and set aside. Wipe skillet clean with a paper towel.
Spray skillet with cooking spray; heat over medium-high heat.
Add onion and shallot, and saut 6 minutes or until tender.
Stir together rice mixture, onion, shallot, and next 3 ingredients in a large bowl, and stir well. Cover and chill 1 hour.
Stir in sliced almonds and pear just before serving.