For all of you health nuts, this may be as good as it gets. This salad features wild rice, a great source of protein and fiber, avocado (chock-full of great fat), arugula (fiber and lots of vitamins), and pistachios for more protein and good fat. This was born out of leftovers and became a hit. In full disclosure, I was also "over guacamole'd" at the time. I know that's not proper grammar but it's entirely accurate.
Accidentally Vegan Salad
3 cups cooked wild rice
1 avocado, peeled and cubed
2 large handfuls of fresh baby arugula
1/2 c salted, roasted shelled pistachios
4 T extra virgin olive oil
2 T sherry vinegar
1 T balsamic vinegar
1 t. dijon mustard
1/2 small onion or shallot, finely chopped
salt and pepper
Mix the last six ingredients together to create a vinaigrette. I usually put mine in an airtight container and just shake it. Put the rice, avocado and arugula into a large serving bowl and gently combine. Pour the vinaigrette over the mixture and combine. Top with the pistachios. Serves 4-6 as a side dish or 2-3 as a main dish. Cheers!
