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Fruit and Nut Salad

Deliciously Simple Fruit and Nut Salad for Fresh Summer Vibes

A vibrant Fruit and Nut Salad perfect for summer, loaded with flavor and nutrition.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 6 cups
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Salad Base
  • 1 cup Brown Rice or quinoa for gluten-free
  • 1/2 cup Dried Cranberries
  • 1/2 cup Dried Blueberries
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Pecans or almonds
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Walnuts or sunflower seeds for nut-free
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Chives or green onions
  • 1/2 cup Diced Celery or diced bell pepper
  • 1/4 cup Finely Chopped White Onion or red onion
For the Dressing
  • 3 tablespoons Olive Oil or avocado oil
  • 1 tablespoon Vinegar or apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice or lime juice
  • 1 clove Minced Garlic optional
  • 1 teaspoon Mustard or Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Coconut Sugar or honey/maple syrup
  • Sea Salt to taste
  • Black Pepper to taste

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • fine mesh strainer
  • small jar
  • wooden spoon

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Cook 1 cup of brown rice in 2 cups of water for about 40-45 minutes until tender, then cool and rinse under cold water.
  2. In a small jar, combine 3 tablespoons olive oil, 1 tablespoon vinegar, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, 1 clove minced garlic, 1 teaspoon mustard, 1 tablespoon coconut sugar, and a pinch of sea salt and black pepper. Shake until emulsified.
  3. In a large bowl, mix the cooled brown rice, 1/2 cup dried cranberries, 1/2 cup dried blueberries, 1/4 cup chopped pecans, 1/4 cup chopped walnuts, 1/4 cup chopped chives, 1/2 cup diced celery, and 1/4 cup finely chopped white onion.
  4. Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss until coated. Chill for at least 30 minutes before serving.
  5. Serve in bowls or on a platter, tossing lightly before serving to redistribute the dressing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 5gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 4gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 2IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Chill salad for at least 30 minutes for enhanced flavor. Store in the fridge for up to a week.

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