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Wild Rice Pilaf

Wholesome Wild Rice Pilaf with Nuts and Cranberries Delight

A delicious Wild Rice Pilaf with nuts and cranberries that is packed with flavor and nutrition, perfect for any meal.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Vegetarian
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Pilaf
  • 1 cup Wild Rice Blend Main ingredient providing a nutty flavor and chewy texture
  • 4 cups Vegetable Broth Enhances flavor; chicken broth can be used for a non-vegetarian twist
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil or Butter Fat source for sautéing; coconut oil is a great dairy-free alternative
For the Vegetables
  • 1 medium Onion Finely chopped; adds depth and sweetness
  • 3 stalks Celery Diced; delivers freshness and crunch
  • 1 medium Carrot Diced; introduces sweetness and color
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced; infuses aroma and savory depth
For the Seasoning
  • 1/2 tsp Dried Thyme Contributes earthy herbal notes
  • 1/2 tsp Dried Rosemary Crushed; offers aromatic piney notes
  • Salt and Pepper Crucial for seasoning; adjust based on broth saltiness
For the Extras
  • 1/2 cup Dried Cranberries Adds a sweet touch; can swap for raisins or omit
  • 1/4 cup Slivered Almonds or Chopped Pecans Boosts crunchiness; walnuts make a suitable alternative
  • 2 Green Onions Thinly sliced; provides a fresh onion flavor
  • 2 tbsp Fresh Parsley Chopped, for garnish; offers a vibrant finishing touch

Equipment

  • medium saucepan
  • large skillet

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Rinse the wild rice blend thoroughly under cold water in a fine-mesh strainer until the water runs clear.
  2. In a medium saucepan, bring 4 cups of vegetable broth to a boil. Stir in the rinsed wild rice and reduce the heat to low. Cover and simmer for 40-50 minutes until tender.
  3. In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil or butter over medium heat. Add onion, celery, and carrot, cooking until softened, about 5-7 minutes. Stir in garlic, thyme, and rosemary; sauté for another minute.
  4. Add the cooked wild rice to the sautéed vegetables. Toss in cranberries and nuts; season with salt and pepper to taste.
  5. Transfer to a serving dish, garnishing with parsley and green onions before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 7gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 400mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 5gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

This dish can be customized with different nuts or dried fruits based on what you have available.

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