Description
A versatile and flavorful Wild Rice Pilaf that’s packed with nutrients from fresh vegetables and wild rice. Vegan-friendly and gluten-free, perfect as a side or a main dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup wild rice
- 2 cups vegetable broth or water
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 carrot, diced
- 1 celery stalk, diced
- 1/2 cup mushrooms, sliced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Rinse the wild rice under cold water and drain. In a pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the onion, garlic, carrot, celery, and mushrooms. Sauté until the vegetables are softened, about 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in the wild rice and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
- Add the vegetable broth or water, and bring to a boil.
- Reduce the heat, cover, and let it simmer for about 45-50 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Fluff the rice with a fork and garnish with fresh parsley if desired. Serve warm.
Notes
Use fresh vegetables for the best flavor and texture. Feel free to add other vegetables like bell peppers or peas to customize the dish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 0mg