How to Make Ekaterina's Wild Rice and Kale Salad - A Step-by-Step Guide

Ekaterina's Wild Rice and Kale Salad is a nutritious and delicious dish that is perfect for any occasion. This recipe combines the earthy flavors of wild rice with the hearty texture of kale, creating a flavorful and satisfying salad that is both filling and healthy. Whether you are looking for an impressive side dish for a dinner party or a nourishing meal for a weeknight dinner, this recipe is sure to become a go-to favorite.

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Ingredients

  • 3 ¼ cups water, divided
  • ½ cup wild rice
  • ½ cup barley
  • 1 teaspoon olive oil, or as desired
  • 1 cup chopped kale
  • ½ cup raisins
  • ½ cup chopped walnuts
  • ½ cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 2 tablespoons chipotle mustard
  • ground black pepper to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr 18 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 33 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Bring 2 cups water and wild rice to a boil in a saucepan. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until rice is tender, 30 to 45 minutes. Drain excess liquid, fluff rice with a fork, and cook uncovered for 5 minutes.
  • Bring 1 1/4 cups water and barley to a boil in a saucepan. Cover, reduce heat to low, and simmer until barley is tender, about 30 minutes.
  • Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat; cook and stir kale until bright green and softened, 3 to 5 minutes.
  • Mix wild rice, barley, kale, raisins, walnuts, feta cheese, mustard, and black pepper together in a bowl.
  • Nutrition

    389 cal.

    • Total Fat: 16g
    • Saturated Fat: 4g
    • Cholesterol: 17mg
    • Sodium: 314mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 53g
    • Dietary Fiber: 7g
    • Total Sugars: 14g
    • Protein: 12g
    • Vitamin C: 21mg
    • Calcium: 159mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 502mg