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Wild Rice Ham Salad

Wild Rice Ham Salad
Wild rice is native to the Midwest, so this recipe is perfect for our area. We eat this cold or warmed just enough to soften the cheese and further blend the flavors. It can be served as a main dish or as a accompaniment to chicken or turkey.
6-8 ServingsPrep: 30 min. Cook: 1 hour + chilling

Ingredients

  • 1 cup uncooked wild rice
  • 3 cups water
  • 1 tablespoon chicken bouillon granules
  • 1 cup julienned fully cooked ham
  • 1 cup julienned Monterey Jack cheese
  • 1 cup julienned sweet red pepper
  • 1 cup fresh broccoli florets
  • 1/2 cup thinly sliced carrots
  • 1/2 cup thinly sliced green onions with tops
  • DRESSING:
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons white vinegar
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground mustard
  • 1/2 to 1 teaspoon curry powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil

Directions

  • In a large saucepan, bring the rice, water and bouillon to a boil.
  • Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 1 hour or until the rice is
  • tender. Drain if necessary; cool.
  • In a large bowl, toss rice with ham, cheese, red pepper, broccoli,
  • carrots and green onions. For dressing, combine lemon juice,
  • vinegar, mustard, curry powder, salt and pepper in a blender or food
  • processor. With machine on high, slowly add oil through the feeder
© Taste of Home 2013

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Wild Rice Ham Salad (continued)

Directions (continued)

  • cap until well mixed; dressing will thicken slightly.
  • Pour over salad and toss to coat. Cover and chill several hours or
  • overnight. Yield: 6-8 servings.
Nutrition Facts: 1 serving (1 cup) equals 310 calories, 21 g fat (5 g saturated fat), 24 mg cholesterol, 634 mg sodium, 21 g carbohydrate, 2 g fiber, 11 g protein.
Wine: Light-Bodied White Wine: Enjoy this recipe with a light-bodied white wine such as Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Grigio.
© Taste of Home 2013