Bellepepper's Orzo And Wild Rice Salad

It has incredible flavors and textures, and also keeps really well in the fridge for healthy the lemon vinaigrette recipe is easy to make, and so flavorful.

Recipe Summary Bellepepper's Orzo And Wild Rice Salad

I enjoyed this salad at a well-known restaurant and when they wouldn't divulge the recipe, I created my own. Although a bit time consuming, everything can be prepared at least a day ahead, covered and refrigerated. I took this salad to the 2011 AR Buckeye Bash and am posting for those who requested the recipe. This salad may be served cold or at room temperature.

Ingredients | Wild Rice Salad Recipes

2 cups cooked orzo

½ cup cooked wild rice

½ cup diced orange bell pepper

½ cup diced red bell pepper

½ cup frozen corn, thawed

½ cup dried currants

¼ cup diced red onion

¼ cup vegetable oil

3 tablespoons white sugar

2 tablespoons white wine vinegar

2 tablespoons cider vinegar

1 teaspoon minced fresh onion

1 pinch ground white pepper

1 pinch paprika

1 pinch garlic powder, or to taste

salt to taste

salt and ground black pepper to taste

¼ cup chopped toasted pecans

¼ cup toasted slivered almonds

¼ cup chopped fresh parsley

Directions

Combine orzo, wild rice, orange bell pepper, red bell pepper, corn, currants, and red onion together in a large bowl.

Blend vegetable oil, sugar, white wine vinegar, cider vinegar, minced onion, white pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and 1 pinch salt together in a blender or food processor until smooth.

Mix pecans, almonds, and parsley into orzo mixture. Drizzle enough dressing to coat salad; toss to evenly coat. Season with salt and black pepper.

Info | Wild Rice Salad Recipes

prep: 30 mins total: 30 mins Servings: 6 Yield: 6 servings

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