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J. Alexander's Orzo and Wild Rice Salad Recipe
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J. Alexander's Orzo and Wild Rice Salad Recipe

Make our J. Alexander's Orzo and Wild Rice Salad Recipe at home tonight for your family. With our Secret Restaurant Recipe your Orzo and Wild Rice Salad will taste just like J. Alexander's.
Prep Time45 minutes
Active Time20 minutes
Chilling Time2 hours
Total Time3 hours 5 minutes
Course: Party Recipe, Salad, Salad Dressing, Side Dish
Keyword: J. Alexander's

Ingredients

  • 2 cups cooked Orzo
  • 1 cup cooked Wild Rice
  • 3 tablespoons diced Red Onions
  • 3 tablespoons Currants
  • 2 tablespoons Corn Niblets
  • 3 tablespoons diced Yellow Bell Pepper
  • 3 tablespoons diced Red Bell Pepper
  • 3 tablespoons diced Green Bell Pepper
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh Basil
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground Black Pepper to taste
  • 1/4 cup chopped Parsley

Dressing

  • 1/4 cup Canola Oil
  • 1/4 cup Extra-Virgin Olive Oil
  • 1/8 cup sweet White Balsamic Vinegar
  • 1 1/2 tablespoon Honey
  • 1/4 tablespoon Dijon Mustard
  • 1/4 teaspoon minced Garlic
  • 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground Black Pepper to taste
  • 1/2 tablespoon fresh Basil chopped

Instructions

  • Cook orzo and wild rice per package directions. Shock in cold water.
  • Refrigerate to chill.
  • Place all dressing ingredients in a mixing bowl, except the oil.
  • Stir until well blended.
  • While vigorously stirring the mixture, slowly add the oils.
  • Refrigerate to chill.
  • When ready to serve, put all ingredients in a mixing bowl (including dressing) and toss well.
  • Serve very cold.

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