Description
A delicious and hearty dish with a robust, nutty flavor, Wild Rice Pilaf is a perfect side or main course featuring wild rice, vegetables, and aromatic herbs.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup wild rice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 carrots, chopped
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 4 cups vegetable or chicken broth
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onions, carrots, and celery and sauté until softened.
- Add wild rice to the pot and toast for a few minutes.
- Pour in the broth and bring to a simmer. Cover and cook for about 40 minutes or until rice is tender.
- Stir in fresh herbs and season with salt and pepper to taste before serving.
Notes
For added flavor, consider using homemade broth and fresh herbs. Experiment with nuts or dried fruits for texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg