Curried Lentil and Wild Rice Salad

Okay, this recipe is so good! I have gotten similar types of salad before at delis and I really wanted to create my own.  This salad reminds me of Fall- with the pumpkin seeds and apples, but it is perfect for a summer picnic, potluck, garden party, or really anytime you want something delicious!

It is great as a side dish or a light main dish.

 

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 C. wild rice, cooked
• 2 C. green lentils, cooked
• 2/3 C. dried currents
• 2/3 C. sliced almonds
• 1/2 C red onion, finely chopped
• 1 apple, chopped into small chunks
• 1/2 C. roasted pumpkin seeds

Dressing:

• 1/4 cup white wine vinegar
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp Dijon mustard
• 1tsp honey
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp ground coriander
• 1/2 tsp turmeric
• 1/4 tsp paprika
• 1/4 tsp nutmeg
• 1 pinch cinnamon
• 1 pinch cloves
• 1/3 cup  canola oil or vegetable oil

Note the dressing is a modified version of a curried salad from Canadian Living

Here is their recipe

Directions

• Combine all salad ingredients in a bowl (excluding dressing ingredients)
• In separate bowl, whisk together all dressing ingredients
• Pour dressing over salad and toss until all salad is dressed.

Now dig into this delectable creation and enjoy it!!

 

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Have a fabulous day!