Ingredients

1 3/4 to 2 cups vegetable or chicken stock (follow package directions)

1 cup long grain brown rice

1/4 cup each: diced Mariani Dried Apricots, diced Mariani Prunes and Mariani Dried Cranberries

1/2 cup sliced green onions

1/2 cup coarsely chopped walnuts, toasted

Dressing:

1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil

1/4 cup white wine vinegar

1 teaspoon sugar

1 teaspoon garlic salt

Freshly ground pepper to taste

Directions

Prep time: 20 minutes 

Cook/Stand time: 55 minutes  

Chill time: 1 hour 

Serves: 8

1. Bring stock to a boil in a medium saucepan. Add rice and return to a boil; reduce heat and cook grains according to package directions. Let stand for 5 minutes then fluff with a fork. Let cool then transfer to a large bowl.
2. Whisk together all dressing ingredients in a medium bowl. Pour over grains and toss well to coat. Stir in dried fruit, onions and walnuts.
3. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour for flavors to blend. May be prepared 2 days ahead and stored tightly covered in the refrigerator.