wild rice salad

An interesting oil of some sort along with vinegar or citrus.

With your particular mix, I'd go walnut oil with naranja agria. Since you probably have no idea of who "naranja agria" (sour orange) is when it's at home, you can make a near approximation by mixing orange juice with lime 50/50.

It's a bit of a cliche but raspberry vinegar would work well as the acid. I like sherry vinegar for this sort of thing quite a lot -- and everyone likes balsamics.

Of course, it's never a bad idea to use a good extra virgin olive oil in a salad.

Whichever oil and acid combination you choose, mix them in a ratio of about 3 parts oil to one part acid. No need to emulsify or use the blender, separation won't be a problem as the rice will hold everything together. Dress sparingly and don't forget the salt and pepper.

BDL