Instructions: Call this a salad or a refreshing main dish or the perfect picnic food.

Anything that cooks up this fast and flavorful will get called to the table all year round.

Prepare brown and wild rice in separate pans according to package directions. Combine in a large bowl and allow to cool. Add peas, scallions and bell pepper.

In a small bowl, whisk together oil, vinegar, mustard, ginger, salt (if desired) and pepper until well blended. Stir into rice mixture: add almonds and toss well.

Serve in a lettuce-lined bowl or on individual plates.

Makes 8 servings.

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