Description
This Wild Rice Pilaf recipe is a flavorful and wholesome side dish that pairs perfectly with any main course. The nutty wild rice is cooked with aromatic vegetables and herbs, creating a dish that is both satisfying and delicious.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 cup wild rice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Vegetables:
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 celery stalk, chopped
- 1 carrot, chopped
Seasonings:
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Liquid:
- 2 cups vegetable broth (or chicken broth)
Garnish:
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1/4 cup sliced almonds, toasted (optional)
Instructions
- Rinse the wild rice under cold water. This helps remove any excess starch.
- In a medium saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Sauté the onion, garlic, celery, and carrot until tender, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the thyme, salt, and pepper. Add the wild rice and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil.
- Reduce the heat, cover, and simmer. Cook for 40-45 minutes until the rice is tender.
- Let the rice sit covered off the heat for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork, then mix in parsley and almonds.
- Serve warm.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, substitute some broth with white wine or lemon juice.
- Customize with herbs like rosemary or sage.
- Enhance with cooked mushrooms or roasted vegetables for a heartier meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
