Kamut And Wild Rice Salad Recipes

KAMUT BERRY, SPELT BERRY AND WILD RICE STUFFING

Steps:

• To prepare the grains, put grains in a large pot and cover with water to 3 inches above grains.
• Bring water to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 2 minutes.
• Turn off heat, cover pot and allow grains to sit for 1 hour; drain into a colander and rinse under cold running water.
• Preheat oven to 325°F.
• Spread pecans on a baking sheet and toast for 8 to 10 minutes. Set aside to cool.
• Over medium heat, warm olive oil and add onion and saute for 5 minutes.
• Add carrot, fennel, celery, garlic, sage, salt to taste and water.
• Cover and cook 8 to 10 minutes until vegetables are tender.
• Add prepared grains to vegetables and stir in toasted pecans, parsley and pepper to taste and serve.

WILD RICE SALAD WITH CELERY AND WALNUTS

Steps:

• Bring the water or stock to a boil in a large saucepan, add salt to taste and the wild rice. Lower the heat, cover and simmer for 40 minutes, or until the rice is tender and splayed. Drain and toss in a large bowl with the remaining salad ingredients.
• Mix together the lemon juice, vinegar, garlic, salt and pepper. Whisk in the walnut oil, olive oil, and buttermilk or yogurt. Toss with the wild rice mixture. Taste and adjust seasonings, and serve.