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    Black Rice, Goats Cheese and Maple Roasted Pumpkin Fall Salad

    Updated: Dec 21st 2018 โ€ข Published: Sep 16th 2017 โ€ข 12 Comments

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    This Black Rice, Goats Cheese and Maple Roasted Pumpkin Fall Salad has it all!!! Nutty sweet black rice, sweet smoky pumpkin, fresh tangy goats cheese, sweet cranberries and crunchy pistachios. Delicious as a main or a side, this is the perfect dish for fall.

    This Black Rice, Goats Cheese and Maple Roasted Pumpkin Fall Salad has it all!!! Nutty sweet black rice, sweet smoky pumpkin, fresh tangy goats cheese, sweet cranberries and crunchy pistachios. Delicious as a main or a side, this is the perfect dish for fall. From Sprinkles and Sprouts.

    This is the second black rice and pumpkin dish I have shared in as many weeks, but I can't help it. I LOVE pumpkin, so when spring hits here (and thus fall hits the states) I jump on that pumpkin train and ride it all the way through 'till thanksgiving (and beyond ๐Ÿ˜‰ )

    And Black rice is my latest addiction, regular readers will know I get food addictions!!! Charred lemon is still a favourite, although I progressed to charred lime in this weeks gin and tonic.

    (Get my recipe for charred lime G&T with fresh coriander here)

    This Black Rice, Goats Cheese and Maple Roasted Pumpkin Fall Salad has it all!!! Nutty sweet black rice, sweet smoky pumpkin, fresh tangy goats cheese, sweet cranberries and crunchy pistachios. Delicious as a main or a side, this is the perfect dish for fall. From Sprinkles and Sprouts.

    And my pasta addiction hasn't wained in 25 years!!!

    But Black Rice is a new one, I love the sweet nutty taste and the fact it doesn't take forever to cook like wild rice or brown rice.

    My other black rice salad can be found here. Mexican Black Rice and Pumpkin SaladThis Mexican Black Rice and Pumpkin Salad is packed with flavour. Honey and Cumin Roasted Pumpkin, nutty sweet black rice, creamy avocado, spicy chilli, zingy lime and fabulous fresh coriander. So many fabulous flavours that make this salad a taste explosion. From Sprinkles and Sprouts #SundaySupper

    I do wish black rice stayed black after cooking, the colour straight from the packet is so dramatic - although I do love the red mahogany hue it has when cooked.

    That is what makes this Black Rice, Goats Cheese and Maple Roasted Pumpkin so pretty. You have the gorgeous red/purple rice, the vibrant orange roasted pumpkin, the bright white goats cheese and the flashes of green/pink pistachio. It is a technicolour salad perfect for fall.

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    • Black Rice, Goats Cheese and Maple Roasted Pumpkin Fall Salad

    This Black Rice, Goats Cheese and Maple Roasted Pumpkin Fall Salad has it all!!! Nutty sweet black rice, sweet smoky pumpkin, fresh tangy goats cheese, sweet cranberries and crunchy pistachios. Delicious as a main or a side, this is the perfect dish for fall. From Sprinkles and Sprouts.
    Just look at the beautiful colours in this Black Rice, Goats Cheese and Maple Roasted Pumpkin Salad.

    Isn't it beautiful!!! It also tastes delicious, which is pretty important ๐Ÿ˜‰

    The pumpkin is coated in a glaze of olive oil and maple syrup and then roasted until tender and lightly charred. Sweet tasty chunks of fall yumminess!!!

    This sweet pumpkin is paired with creamy tangy goats cheese. OH SO GOOD!!!!

    Doesn't this picture makes you drool!!!!!

    This Black Rice, Goats Cheese and Maple Roasted Pumpkin Fall Salad has it all!!! Nutty sweet black rice, sweet smoky pumpkin, fresh tangy goats cheese, sweet cranberries and crunchy pistachios. Delicious as a main or a side, this is the perfect dish for fall. From Sprinkles and Sprouts.

    I made a big batch of this up and once I had eaten pretty much my body weight up, I handed out a couple of boxes to friends for a final taste test.

    It was a bit of a hardship to give this Black Rice, Goats Cheese and Maple Roasted Pumpkin Salad away, but sharing is caring ๐Ÿ˜‰

    And I know my gorgeous friends appreciate the food and are my most honest critics. This salad could have won awards. The feedback was sensational!!!

    I am going to make a side of this for my Thanksgiving menu this year. It is perfect as a side or a vegetarian main. WINNER!!!

    This Black Rice, Goats Cheese and Maple Roasted Pumpkin Fall Salad has it all!!! Nutty sweet black rice, sweet smoky pumpkin, fresh tangy goats cheese, sweet cranberries and crunchy pistachios. Delicious as a main or a side, this is the perfect dish for fall. From Sprinkles and Sprouts.

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    This Black Rice, Goats Cheese and Maple Roasted Pumpkin Fall Saladย has it all!!! Nutty sweet black rice, sweet smoky pumpkin, fresh tangy goats cheese, sweet cranberries and crunchy pistachios. Delicious as a main or a side, this is the perfect dish for fall. From Sprinkles and Sprouts
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    Black Rice, Goats Cheese and Maple Roasted Pumpkin Fall Salad

    This Black Rice, Goats Cheese and Maple Roasted Pumpkin Fall Salad has it all!!! Nutty sweet black rice, sweet smoky pumpkin, fresh tangy goats cheese, sweet cranberries and crunchy pistachios. Delicious as a main or a side, this is the perfect dish for Thanksgiving.
    Prep Time10 mins
    Cook Time45 mins
    Total Time55 mins
    Course: Main Course
    Cuisine: Modern Australian
    Servings: 8 as a side (4 as a main)
    Calories: 303kcal
    Author: Claire | Sprinkle and Sprouts
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    Ingredients

    • 1 ยฝ cup black rice
    • 1 small pumpkin see notes
    • 2 tablespoon olive oil
    • 2 tablespoon maple syrup
    • salt and pepper
    • ยผ cup dried cranberries
    • 2 tablespoon shelled pistachio
    • โ…“ cup crumbled goats cheese

    For the dressing:

    • 2 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
    • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
    • 2 teaspoon dijon mustard
    • 1 tablespoon maple syrup
    • Chopped fresh parsley for garnish

    Instructions

    • Pre-heat the oven to 200ยบC/390ยบF.

    To Cook the Rice

    • Place the black rice in a sieve and wash the a couple of times.
    • Bring 750ml (3 cups) of water to the boil, salt it and then add the black rice.
    • Bring to a simmer, put and the lid and turn the heat to low.
    • Cook the rice for 35 and then let it sit off the heat for a further 10 minutes.

    Whilst the rice is cooking prepare the pumpkin.

    • Cut the pumpkin in half and use a spoon to remove the seeds.
    • Cut/peel the skin away from the pumpkin and then cut the flesh into chunky 'pieces'.
    • Lay the pumpkin over a lined baking sheet.
    • Mix together the olive oil and maple syrup, season the mixture with salt and pepper and then drizzle over the pumpkin.
    • Roast for 25 minutes until soft and charred on the edges.

    Whilst the pumpkin is cooking prepare the dressing.

    • Combine the extra virgin olive oil, orange juice, mustard and maple syrup in a screw-top jar/bowl.
    • Season the dressing with salt and pepper.
    • And shake/stir until well combined

    To serve

    • Take a large bowl, add the rice and tip in the pumpkin along with any remaining oil on the baking sheet.
    • Sprinkle over the dried cranberries, pistachios and then the crumbled goats cheese.
    • Serve with a drizzle of the maple dressing.

    Notes

    1 small pumpkin yielding 4 cups raw peeled and cubed
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    Nutritional Info Based on serving 8 as a Side Dish
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    Nutrition

    Calories: 303kcal | Carbohydrates: 46g | Protein: 6.5g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 2.5g | Cholesterol: 4mg | Sodium: 108mg | Potassium: 1382mg | Fiber: 2.5g | Sugar: 12g | Vitamin A: 14555IU | Vitamin C: 15.7mg | Calcium: 67mg | Iron: 2.2mg
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    This Black Rice, Goats Cheese and Maple Roasted Pumpkin Fall Salad has it all!!! Nutty sweet black rice, sweet smoky pumpkin, fresh tangy goats cheese, sweet cranberries and crunchy pistachios. Delicious as a main or a side, this is the perfect dish for Thanksgiving. From Sprinkles and Sprouts.

    This Black Rice, Goats Cheese and Maple Roasted Pumpkin Fall Salad has it all!!! Nutty sweet black rice, sweet smoky pumpkin, fresh tangy goats cheese, sweet cranberries and crunchy pistachios. Delicious as a main or a side, this is the perfect dish for Thanksgiving. From Sprinkles and Sprouts.

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    Comments

    1. Kristin McCoy says

      November 27, 2018 at 9:16 am

      Hi Claire! I want to try this recipe. What is evoo?
      Thanks, Kristin

      Reply
      • Claire McEwen says

        November 27, 2018 at 9:39 am

        Hi Kristin, sorry, I'll change it in the recipe.
        It is Extra Virgin Olive Oil.
        Hope you love the recipe ๐Ÿ˜€

        Reply
    2. Arron says

      September 28, 2018 at 12:05 am

      5 stars
      I found a goats cheese that was pumpkin spice favored and added it to this recipe. It was nice! This recipe is amazing and Iโ€™m sure I will make it many more times! Thank you!

      Reply
      • Claire McEwen says

        October 02, 2018 at 7:39 am

        Oh wow!!! That goats cheese sounds amazing.
        thank you so much for coming back to comment. I am so happy you loved this pumpkin salad ๐Ÿ˜€

        Reply
    3. Denay DeGuzman says

      August 30, 2018 at 12:13 pm

      5 stars
      Mmmm...this beautiful fall salad is so delicious! I'm excited to share this recipe with my sister. It's now officially on the menu for this year's Thanksgiving dinner.

      Reply
      • Claire McEwen says

        August 31, 2018 at 4:48 am

        I am so happy to hear that Denay! ๐Ÿ˜€ I hope you have an amazing Thanksgiving.
        It is just perfect as part of a celebration as it looks as gorgeous as it tastes.

        Reply
    4. Jenn says

      August 30, 2018 at 7:52 am

      5 stars
      Oh my this is delicious! Loving all the flavors, textures, and color in this beautiful dish!!! Thank you!

      Reply
      • Claire McEwen says

        September 03, 2018 at 6:19 am

        Thank you.
        Isn't it just a wonderful fall salad idea ๐Ÿ˜€

        Reply
    5. Agness of Run Agness Run says

      September 21, 2017 at 1:36 am

      I am a passionate lover of salad but this is a first time I am seeing such an awesome recipe. Excellent, easy, nutrient-dense and healthy salad recipe. Can I add a bit of lemon zest, Claire?

      Reply
      • Claire McEwen says

        September 24, 2017 at 7:23 pm

        I think a touch of lemon zest would work fabulously.
        I hope you love it ๐Ÿ˜€

        Reply
    6. Stine Mari says

      September 20, 2017 at 7:59 pm

      The photos are absolutely BEAUTIFUL. Loving the Fall colors of the dish. I have so many different types of rice at home, I'm not sure I could justify buying black rice as well... but that doesn't mean I won't do it. Looks like a good recipe!

      Reply
      • Claire McEwen says

        September 24, 2017 at 7:23 pm

        Thank you ๐Ÿ˜€
        I know what you mean about types of rice!!!
        I am always buying different variants of things! Last time I sorted out my pantry I had 8 different types of salt!!!!

        Reply

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