Roasted Grape, Carrot & Wild Rice Salad with Balsamic Maple Dressing Recipe

Roasted Grape, Carrot & Wild Rice Salad with Balsamic Maple Dressing Recipe

How To Make Roasted Grape, Carrot & Wild Rice Salad with Balsamic Maple Dressing

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Preparation: 15 minutes
Cooking: 25 minutes
Total: 40 minutes

Serves:

Ingredients

  • 2 cups of red seedless grapes
  • 1 cup of wild rice
  • 2 large carrots, sliced into thin strips
  • 1/4 cup of chopped pecans
  • 1/4 cup of crumbled feta cheese
  • 2 tablespoons of olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons of balsamic vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons of maple syrup
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).

  2. Spread the grapes on a baking sheet and drizzle with 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Roast in the oven for 15-20 minutes until they start to burst and caramelize.

  3. In a medium saucepan, cook the wild rice according to package instructions. Once cooked, fluff with a fork and let it cool slightly.

  4. In a small bowl, whisk together the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil, balsamic vinegar, maple syrup, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.

  5. In a large bowl, combine the roasted grapes, cooked wild rice, sliced carrots, chopped pecans, and crumbled feta cheese. Drizzle with the balsamic maple dressing and toss until well combined.

  6. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve.

Nutrition

  • Calories : 290kcal
  • Total Fat : 11g
  • Saturated Fat : 2g
  • Cholesterol : 6mg
  • Sodium : 90mg
  • Total Carbohydrates : 45g
  • Dietary Fiber : 4g
  • Sugars : 18g
  • Protein : 4g
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