NUTTY WILD RICE

By LindaW1955

Ingredients

• 1-6 oz package long-grain and wild rice mix
• 1 cup dried cherries or cranberries
• 4 green onions, chopped
• 1/3 cup fresh orange juice (about 1 orange)
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 2 TBS chopped fresh mint
• 1/4 tsp pepper
• 1 cup pecan halves, toasted

Preparation

Step 1

1. Prepare rice according to package directions.
2. Add all remaining ingredients, except pepper and toss to mix.
3. Chill at least 2 hours, top w/ pecans and serve.