A refreshing and vibrant salad combining wild rice, creamy avocado, and a zesty citrus dressing.
Cook the wild rice according to the package instructions and let it cool.
Cooling the rice prevents it from wilting the fresh vegetables.
Dice the avocado, cherry tomatoes, and red bell pepper, and chop the green onions.
Cut the avocado just before mixing to prevent it from browning.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, salt, black pepper, lemon juice, and honey to make the dressing.
Taste the dressing and adjust the seasoning to your preference.
Combine the cooled rice with the diced vegetables in a large bowl.
Gently toss to avoid mashing the avocado.
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat.
Ensure all ingredients are evenly coated with the dressing.
Line a serving platter with lettuce leaves and mound the salad on top.
For a more elegant presentation, use whole lettuce leaves as a base.