Cranberry Pear Walnut Rice Pilaf

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  • Prep Time

    10 mins

  • Cook Time

    10 mins

  • Total Time

    1 hr

  • Servings

    6

  • Calories

    368 kcal

  • Course

    Side Dish

  • Cuisine

    American

Cranberry Pear Walnut Rice Pilaf

Inspired by all the colors of fall, this CRANBERRY PEAR WALNUT RICE PILAF is a gorgeous dish that is a great addition to any meal or your holiday table!

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Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 ½ cups pear juice
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 2 tablespoons butter divided
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon pepper
  • ½ teaspoon dried parsley
  • ¼ teaspoon dried oregano
  • ¼ teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 cup wild rice blend rinsed and drained
  • ¾ cup yellow onion diced
  • 1 pear chopped
  • 2 teaspoons apple cider vinegar
  • ¾ cup dried cranberries
  • 1 cup chopped walnuts toasted
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Instructions

  1. In a large non-stick pot or skillet, bring broth, pear juice, Dijon mustard, 1 tablespoon butter, salt, pepper, dried thyme, oregano, and parsley to a rolling boil. Add rice, cover and reduce heat to low. Simmer 35-45 minutes or until rice is tender and most of the liquid has been absorbed.
  2. While rice is cooking, prepare onions and walnuts.
  3. In a small skillet add 1 tablespoon butter, onions, and garlic. Saute until tender, remove from skillet and set aside. In the same skillet toast walnuts in a small skillet over medium-high heat and cook 4-6 minutes or until walnuts are fragrant. Tossing occasionally while cooking.
  4. Once completely cooked, drain rice of any remaining liquid. and leave in fine hole strainer.
  5. Return rice to the pot, add onions, garlic, cranberries, pears and walnuts and apple cider vinegar. Gently toss to combine. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Notes

  • Recipe adapted and inspired by Cranberry Apple Rice Pilaf from Carlsbad Cravings.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 368kcal (18%) Carbohydrates 49g (16%) Protein 8g (16%) Fat 17g (26%) Saturated Fat 3g (15%) Cholesterol 10mg (3%) Sodium 282mg (12%) Potassium 400mg (11%) Fiber 5g (20%) Sugar 19g (38%) Vitamin A 115IU (2%) Vitamin C 23.9mg (27%) Calcium 42mg (4%) Iron 1.5mg (8%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 368 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 368kcal 18%
Carbohydrates 49g 16%
Protein 8g 16%
Fat 17g 26%
Saturated Fat 3g 15%
Cholesterol 10mg 3%
Sodium 282mg 12%
Potassium 400mg 9%
Fiber 5g 20%
Sugar 19g 38%
Vitamin A 115IU 2%
Vitamin C 23.9mg 27%
Calcium 42mg 4%
Iron 1.5mg 8%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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