Dried figs, sweet potato & a garnish of crunchy apple add unexpected taste twists to this wild rice salad. Loaded with oven-roasted sweet potato, crispy chickpeas, celery, toasted pecan nuts & tangy tomatoes, which are all coated in a rich balsamic vinegar. Drizzled with a creamy mayo dressing.
Serving guide
Choose your portion size.
SWEET POTATO & Chickpeas
Preheat the oven to 200°C. Spread the potato on a roasting tray. Coat in oil, the NOMU rub and season. Roast in the hot oven until golden, 25-30 minutes (shifting halfway). At the halfway mark, scatter the Chickpeas on a roasting tray, and season. Roast until golden and crispy, 12-15 minutes. Alternatively, air fry at 200°C until crispy, 20-25 minutes (shifting halfway).
WONDERFUL WILD RICE
Place the rice in a pot with 300ml [500ml]|#7DA0D7 of salted water. Cover with a lid and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat and simmer until the water has been absorbed, 25-30 minutes. Drain (if necessary) and cover.
I PE-CAN
Place the pecans in a pan over medium heat. Toast until golden brown, 2-4 minutes (shifting occasionally). Remove from the pan and set aside. In a bowl, add the Mayo, and loosen with a splash of water until drizzling consistency.
FLAVOUR, FLAVOUR, FLAVOUR
In a bowl, toss together the salad leaves, the celery, the tomatoes, and the figs. Add the roast veggies and cooked rice. Add the balsamic vinegar, and seasoning.
DELICIOUS
Dish up the loaded rice salad. Top with the Apple and drizzle over the mayo. Enjoy!
SWEET POTATO & Chickpeas
Preheat the oven to 200°C. Spread the potato on a roasting tray. Coat in oil, the NOMU rub and season. Roast in the hot oven until golden, 25-30 minutes (shifting halfway). At the halfway mark, scatter the Chickpeas on a roasting tray, and season. Roast until golden and crispy, 12-15 minutes. Alternatively, air fry at 200°C until crispy, 20-25 minutes (shifting halfway).
WONDERFUL WILD RICE
Place the rice in a pot with 300ml [500ml]|#7DA0D7 of salted water. Cover with a lid and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat and simmer until the water has been absorbed, 25-30 minutes. Drain (if necessary) and cover.
I PE-CAN
Place the pecans in a pan over medium heat. Toast until golden brown, 2-4 minutes (shifting occasionally). Remove from the pan and set aside. In a bowl add the Mayo, and loosen with a splash of water until drizzling consistency.
FLAVOUR, FLAVOUR, FLAVOUR
In a bowl, toss together the salad leaves, the celery, the tomatoes, and the figs. Add the roast veggies and cooked rice. Add the balsamic vinegar, and seasoning.
DELICIOUS
Dish up the loaded rice salad. Top with the Apple and drizzle over the mayo. Enjoy!
SWEET POTATO & Chickpeas
Preheat the oven to 200°C. Spread the potato on a roasting tray. Coat in oil, the NOMU rub and season. Roast in the hot oven until golden, 30-35 minutes (shifting halfway). At the halfway mark, scatter the Chickpeas on a roasting tray, and season. Roast until golden and crispy, 12-15 minutes. Alternatively, air fry at 200°C until crispy, 25-30 minutes (shifting halfway).
WONDERFUL WILD RICE
Place the rice in a pot with 700ml [900ml]|#7DA0D7 of salted water. Cover with a lid and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat and simmer until the water has been absorbed, 25-30 minutes. Drain (if necessary) and cover.
I PE-CAN
Place the pecans in a pan over medium heat. Toast until golden brown, 2-4 minutes (shifting occasionally). Remove from the pan and set aside. In a bowl, add the Mayo, and loosen with a splash of water until drizzling consistency.
FLAVOUR, FLAVOUR, FLAVOUR
In a bowl, toss together the salad leaves, the celery, the tomatoes, and the figs. Add the roast veggies and cooked rice. Add the balsamic vinegar, and seasoning.
DELICIOUS
Dish up the loaded rice salad. Top with the Apple and drizzle over the mayo. Enjoy!
SWEET POTATO & Chickpeas
Preheat the oven to 200°C. Spread the potato on a roasting tray. Coat in oil, the NOMU rub and season. Roast in the hot oven until golden, 30-35 minutes (shifting halfway). At the halfway mark, scatter the Chickpeas on a roasting tray, and season. Roast until golden and crispy, 12-15 minutes. Alternatively, air fry at 200°C until crispy, 25-30 minutes (shifting halfway).
WONDERFUL WILD RICE
Place the rice in a pot with 700ml [900ml]|#7DA0D7 of salted water. Cover with a lid and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat and simmer until the water has been absorbed, 25-30 minutes. Drain (if necessary) and cover.
I PE-CAN
Place the pecans in a pan over medium heat. Toast until golden brown, 2-4 minutes (shifting occasionally). Remove from the pan and set aside. In a bowl, add the Mayo, and loosen with a splash of water until drizzling consistency.
FLAVOUR, FLAVOUR, FLAVOUR
In a bowl, toss together the salad leaves, the celery, the tomatoes, and the figs. Add the roast veggies and cooked rice. Add the balsamic vinegar, and seasoning.
DELICIOUS
Dish up the loaded rice salad. Top with the Apple and drizzle over the mayo. Enjoy!
Budget
What this meal costs at Woolies.
Estimated Woolies cost
R203.90
for 4 servings · R50.98 per serving
Pro-rated from each product's pack size. Effectively used; not the full pack price.
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Balsamic Vinegar needs 125 mlWillow Creek Cabernet Sauvignon Balsamic Vinegar 250 ml 250 ml at R54.99 · 50% of packR27.50
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Tomatoes needs 2Tomato Puree in Tub 240 g R20.99 · whole pack (size can't be divided)R20.99
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Sweet Potato Chunks needs 1 kgMedium Potatoes 2 kg 2 kg at R44.99 · 50% of packR22.50
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Celery Stalks needs 4Carrot & Celery Fingers 200 g R26.99 · whole pack (size can't be divided)R26.99
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Salad Leaves needs 80 gWhole Spinach 350 g 350 g at R19.99 · 23% of packR4.57
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Chickpeas needs 240 gChilli, Chickpea & Butternut Soup Mix 600 g 600 g at R42.99 · 40% of packR17.20
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Mayo needs 200 mlFlying Goose® Sriracha Mayo-Styled Dipping Sauce 455 ml 455 ml at R114.99 · 44% of packR50.55
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Pecan Nuts needs 40 gAll Butter Pecan Nut and Chocolate Shortbread Fingers 220 g 220 g at R74.99 · 18% of packR13.63
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Apples needs 2Freeze Dried Apple 10 g R19.99 · whole pack (size can't be divided)R19.99
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- Brown & Wild Rice
- NOMU Provençal Rub
- Dried Figs
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the preparation time for Wild Rice & Sweet Potato?
The preparation time for Wild Rice & Sweet Potato with apple & dried figs is between 35 and 50 minutes.
What is the total time required to make Wild Rice & Sweet Potato with apple & dried figs?
The total time required to make Wild Rice & Sweet Potato with apple & dried figs is between 50 and 65 minutes.
How many servings does Wild Rice & Sweet Potato provide?
4 servings
What are the main ingredients in Wild Rice & Sweet Potato?
Apple, Balsamic Vinegar, Brown & Wild Rice, Celery Stalks, Chickpeas, Dried Figs, Mayo, NOMU Provençal Rub, Pecan Nut, Salad Leaves, Sweet Potato, Tomato
What is the nutritional information of Wild Rice & Sweet Potato?
Calories: , Carbs: grams, Fat: grams, Protein: grams, Sugar: grams, Salt: grams
How do I prepare Wild Rice & Sweet Potato?
SWEET POTATO & CHICKPEAS: Preheat the oven to 200°C. Spread the potato on a roasting tray. Coat in oil, the NOMU rub and season. Roast in the hot oven until golden, 25-30 minutes (shifting halfway). At the halfway mark, scatter the chickpeas on a roasting tray, and season. Roast until golden and crispy, 12-15 minutes. Alternatively, air fry at 200°C until crispy, 20-25 minutes (shifting halfway). DELICIOUS: Dish up the loaded rice salad. Top with the apple and drizzle over the mayo. Enjoy! FLAVOUR, FLAVOUR, FLAVOUR: In a bowl, toss together the salad leaves, the celery, the tomatoes, and the figs. Add the roast veggies and cooked rice. Add the balsamic vinegar, and seasoning. I PE-CAN: Place the pecans in a pan over medium heat. Toast until golden brown, 2-4 minutes (shifting occasionally). Remove from the pan and set aside. In a bowl add the mayo, and loosen with a splash of water until drizzling consistency. WONDERFUL WILD RICE: Place the rice in a pot with 300ml [500ml]|#7DA0D7 of salted water. Cover with a lid and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat and simmer until the water has been absorbed, 25-30 minutes. Drain (if necessary) and cover.
What should be prepared from my kitchen to make Wild Rice & Sweet Potato?
Apple, Balsamic Vinegar, Brown & Wild Rice, Celery Stalks, Chickpeas, Dried Figs, Mayo, NOMU Provençal Rub, Pecan Nut, Salad Leaves, Sweet Potato, Tomato
How many calories does Wild Rice & Sweet Potato have?
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How much fat content does Wild Rice & Sweet Potato have?
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