Soaked, uncooked wild rice is firm with an earthy flavor that pairs wonderfully with cranberries and walnuts.
Yield: 4-6 servings
Time: 5 minutes, plus soaking time*
Tools
- colander
- medium bowl
- wooden spoon
Ingredients
- 1½ c wild rice, soaked*
- 1 c dried cranberries
- 1 c cashews
- ¼ c cilantro or parsley, chopped
- 1 t salt
Directions
Drain the rice well, then toss with the other ingredients.
Notes
* Cover the rice with water and let soak for 2-3 days, changing the water twice a day. The rice will swell and bloom (open).
Adapted from the recipe for "Cranberry-cashew wild rice pilaf” in Ani’s Raw Food Essentials (read my review).
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