Basmati Rice with dressing

1 small shallot, chopped 2 tablespoons chopped flat-leaf parsley 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar 2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves Kosher salt, freshly ground[...]

2 cups brown basmati rice 2 cups dried apricots, cut into quarters 1 cup dried sweetened cranberries 1 cup dried unsweetened flaked coconut 2 cups slivered[...]