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Fruit and Nut Salad

Refreshing Fruit and Nut Salad for a Healthy Summer Treat

This Fruit and Nut Salad is a fresh, colorful dish perfect for summer picnic gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 cup Brown Rice You can substitute quinoa for a gluten-free option.
For the Fruit Mix
  • 1 cup Dried Cranberries Swap with raisins or apricots for different flavors.
  • 1 cup Dried Blueberries Enhances the salad's overall flavor.
For the Nutty Crunch
  • 1/2 cup Chopped Pecans Can be replaced with almonds or cashews.
  • 1/2 cup Chopped Walnuts Sunflower seeds work as nut-free alternatives.
For the Freshness
  • 1/2 cup Finely Chopped Chives Replace with green onions if preferred.
  • 1 cup Finely Chopped Celery Feel free to omit for a softer salad.
  • 1/4 cup Finely Chopped White Onion Use red or green onion for a milder approach.
For the Dressing
  • 1/4 cup Olive Oil Try avocado oil for a unique twist.
  • 2 tablespoons Vinegar (apple cider or balsamic) Essential for a perfect dressing.
  • 1/2 medium Lemon Juice Lime juice works as an excellent alternative.
  • 1 clove Minced Garlic Reduce for a milder flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Mustard You can omit or swap with yogurt.
  • 1 tablespoon Coconut Sugar Honey or maple syrup can be used.
  • to taste Sea Salt
  • to taste Black Pepper

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • Small Jar for Dressing
  • Cooking Pot for Rice

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Cook rice according to package instructions, usually around 30 to 40 minutes. Drain and rinse with cold water.
  2. In a jar, combine olive oil, vinegar, lemon juice, minced garlic, mustard, coconut sugar, sea salt, and black pepper. Shake until emulsified.
  3. In a large bowl, combine cooked rice, chopped celery, chives, and onion. Fold in cranberries, blueberries, pecans, and walnuts.
  4. Pour dressing over the rice mixture and gently toss together. Ensure even coating of ingredients.
  5. Serve immediately or refrigerate for 30 minutes to let flavors develop. Stir before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 5gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 4gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Customize with your choice of dried fruits and nuts. Allow flavors to meld by letting the salad chill before serving.

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