Description
Wild Rice Pilaf is a delicious and nutritious side dish that beautifully combines nutty wild rice with colorful vegetables and aromatic herbs. This versatile recipe transforms simple ingredients into a stunning, restaurant-quality dish perfect for any occasion. Whether served alongside grilled meats or enjoyed on its own, Wild Rice Pilaf is sure to impress your family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup wild rice
- 2 cups low-sodium vegetable or chicken broth
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 medium carrot, diced
- 1 stalk celery, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Rinse wild rice under cold water until clear.
- In a large saucepan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté onion, carrot, and celery for about 5 minutes until softened.
- Add minced garlic and sauté for an additional minute.
- Stir in the rinsed wild rice and broth; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 45-60 minutes until the rice is tender.
- After cooking, stir in thyme, salt, and pepper. Fluff with a fork before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Sautéing/Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (180g)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 0mg