Wild Rice Salad

Prep Time: 0 Minutes

Cook Time: 0 Minutes

Ready In: 0 Minutes

Servings: 6

Jalapeño adds spiciness to this side dish.

Ingredients:

8 cups water

2 cups wild rice

1 red bell pepper, chopped

1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil

1/3 cup chopped fresh italian parsley

1/3 cup chopped fresh chives

3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

3 tablespoons coarsely chopped fresh tarragon

2 teaspoons minced red jalapeño chili with seeds

2 teaspoons grated lemon peel

Directions:

1. Bring 8 cups water to boil in large saucepan. Add rice; reduce heat to medium. Cook until just tender but not split, stirring occasionally, about 40 minutes. Drain. Rinse with cold water; drain well.
2. Place rice in large bowl. Mix remaining ingredients into rice. Season with salt and pepper. (Can be made 2 hours ahead. Cover; let stand at room temperature.)

By RecipeOfHealth.com