Bellepepper's Orzo and Wild Rice Salad

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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.

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Prep Time:
30 mins
Total Time:
30 mins
Servings:
6
Yield:
6 servings

Ingredients

  • 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

Dressing:

  • 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

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

  2. 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.

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

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

298 Calories
15g Fat
37g Carbs
6g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 298
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 15g 20%
Saturated Fat 2g 10%
Sodium 6mg 0%
Total Carbohydrate 37g 13%
Dietary Fiber 4g 13%
Total Sugars 17g
Protein 6g 11%
Vitamin C 45mg 50%
Calcium 38mg 3%
Iron 2mg 9%
Potassium 302mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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