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Wild Rice Pilaf

Savory Wild Rice Pilaf with Colorful Veggies and Nuts

This Wild Rice Pilaf is a delightful blend of nutty wild rice and colorful vegetables, perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Side Dishes
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 cup Wild Rice Blend Can substitute with brown rice for a different taste
  • 4 cups Vegetable Broth Or Chicken Broth
For the Vegetables
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Or Butter
  • 1 medium Onion, finely chopped
  • 3 stalks Celery, diced
  • 1 medium Carrot, diced
  • 3 cloves Garlic, minced
For the Flavor
  • 0.5 teaspoon Dried Thyme
  • 0.5 teaspoon Dried Rosemary, crushed
Optional Add-ins
  • 0.5 cup Dried Cranberries Optional
  • 0.25 cup Slivered Almonds or Chopped Pecans Optional
  • 2 Green Onions, thinly sliced
To Season
  • Salt To taste
  • Pepper To taste
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley, chopped For garnish

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan
  • Large Skillet
  • Fine Mesh Strainer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Wild Rice Pilaf
  1. Rinse the wild rice under cold water in a fine mesh strainer for 1-2 minutes until the water runs clear.
  2. In a medium saucepan, combine vegetable broth and bring to a boil. Add rinsed wild rice, reduce heat, cover and let simmer for 40-50 minutes.
  3. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat, sauté onion, celery, and carrot for 5-7 minutes until soft. Then add garlic, thyme, and rosemary for 1 more minute.
  4. Add the cooked wild rice to the skillet, along with cranberries and nuts if desired. Toss together and heat through for 3-4 minutes.
  5. Transfer the pilaf to a serving dish, garnish with parsley and green onions. Enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 6gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 500mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 4gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days or frozen for 3 months. Reheat with a splash of broth for best results.

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