SUMMER DAY 49

Eat Pretty Recipe

BEAUTY FOOD TO SHARE

WILD RICE AND ARUGULA SALAD

This is a perfect picnic or potluck salad—one that provides a beautifying, delicious, and allergen-free option for a crowd. Wild rice, not a grain but actually a grass, is a true beauty food high in protein, fiber, and minerals like iron, and also offers anti-inflammatory omega-3s.

SERVES 4 TO 6

3 cups [490 g] cooked wild rice

1 heaping cup [150 g] halved and pitted olives (I like Castelvetrano)

1 heaping cup [200 g] halved organic cherry or grape tomatoes

3 scallions, white and crisp green parts only, finely chopped

¹/₄ cup [60 ml] olive oil

2 Tbsp apple cider vinegar

1 tsp dried oregano

Unrefined salt and freshly ground black pepper

2 large handfuls baby arugula

In a large serving bowl, combine the wild rice, olives, tomatoes, and scallions and toss to mix. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, vinegar, oregano, and salt and pepper to taste. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat. Just before serving, toss in the arugula.