Cranberry Wild Rice Salad

Prep Time: 20 Minutes

Cook Time: 5 Minutes

Ready In: 25 Minutes

Servings: 8

This is courtesy of CANOE BAY-Chetek, Wis. & People Magazine

Ingredients:

4 cups wild rice, cooked (follow package instructions)

1/2 cup dried cranberries

1/2 cup chopped walnuts, toasted

1 apple, peeled,cored and diced (preferably a tart variety, such as granny smith)

2 tablespoons maple syrup

1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar

1/4 cup olive oil

salt and pepper

1/2 cup dried apricot (optional)

Directions:

1. In a large bowl, mix all the ingredients.
2. Season with salt and pepper, and refrigerate until ready to serve.