11/03/2026
🦃 🍚Looking for a festive side that’s fresh, colorful, and full of flavor? This Wild Rice Thanksgiving Salad!🍒🍊
A Festive, Flavorful Salad with Cranberries, Pecans & Orange Dressing
🍴 Ingredients
🍚 2 cups cooked wild rice, cooled
🍒 ½ cup dried cranberries
🌰 ½ cup chopped pecans
🌿 2 celery stalks, finely chopped
🧅 2 green onions, thinly sliced
🌱 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
🧀 ¼ cup crumbled feta cheese, optional
🫒 3 tablespoons olive oil
🍊 2 tablespoons orange juice
🍋 1 tablespoon lemon juice
🥄 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
🧂 Salt and black pepper, to taste
📋 Directions
1️⃣ Prepare the wild rice. Cook the wild rice according to the package instructions. Drain any excess liquid, fluff with a fork, and let it cool completely.
2️⃣ Toast the pecans. Place the chopped pecans in a dry skillet over medium heat. Toast for 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently, until fragrant. Set aside to cool.
3️⃣ Prepare the vegetables. Finely chop the celery, slice the green onions, and chop the fresh parsley.
4️⃣ Make the orange dressing. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, orange juice, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
5️⃣ Combine the salad. Add the cooled wild rice, dried cranberries, celery, green onions, parsley, and toasted pecans to a large serving bowl.
6️⃣ Add the dressing. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently until everything is evenly coated.
7️⃣ Finish and serve. Sprinkle with crumbled feta, if desired. Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 40 minutes | Total Time: 55 minutes | Kcal: 285 per serving | Servings: 4
Make-Ahead Tip: This salad is especially convenient because it can be prepared a day ahead. Keep it refrigerated in an airtight container and stir before serving.