1. To cook the wild rice: Rinse 1 1/2 cups wild rice. In a medium sauce pan bring the rice and 4
1/2 cups salted water to a boil. Reduce to a simmer. Cook for 40
minutes or until rice is tender and splitting open, stirring
occasionally.
2. To cook dried yellow split peas: Bring 3 cups of water to a boil in a
large saucepan, add 3/4 cup dried yellow split peas, and cook for 20
-30 minutes, or until tender. Drain, salt to taste and set aside.
3. Whisk together the garlic, almond butter, lemon zest and juice, and
olive oil. Add the hot water to thin a bit and then the salt. Set aside.
4. Bring a saucepan full of water to a boil. Salt the water and add the
asparagus. Cook for just a minute - until the asparagus is just bright
and tender. Drain and run under cold water to stop the cooking.
5. In a large bowl combine the wild rice, yellow split peas, asparagus,
and abot half of the almond dressing. Give it a good toss. Add more
dressing if needed. Taste, and add more salt if needed. Serve topped
with chives and crumbled goat cheese.