Slow Cooker Wild Rice Pilaf with Basil, Corn and Bell Pepper

Name: Slow Cooker Wild Rice Pilaf with Basil, Corn and Bell Pepper
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 3 h 35 min
Total time: 3 h 45 min
Yield: 10 servings
Ingredients: 2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil; 2 medium sweet onions; 2 cloves garlic; 2 large red bell peppers; ¾ cup uncooked wild rice blend; 1 cup frozen whole kernel corn; 1 teaspoon kosher salt; ½ teaspoon ground black pepper; 1 tablespoon lemon juice; ½ cup toasted pine nuts; ½ cup chopped fresh basil

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Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
3 hrs 10 mins
Total Time
3 hrs 45 mins
Servings
10 servings
Calories
133 kcal

Slow Cooker Wild Rice Pilaf with Basil, Corn and Bell Pepper

Iris Warren

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Slow Cooker Wild Rice Pilaf with Basil, Corn, and Bell Pepper. A summer spin on classic rice pilaf that's perfect for barbecues and easy dinners. No oven!

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Ingredients

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2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 medium sweet onions or yellow onions, chopped (about 3 cups)
2 cloves garlic minced
2 large red bell peppers chopped (about 3 1/2 cups)
¾ cup uncooked wild rice blend rinsed and drained (I love this one; this is another option, though it is not gluten free)
1 cup frozen whole kernel corn or corn cut from the cob
1 teaspoon kosher salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 tablespoon lemon juice
½ cup toasted pine nuts or chopped toasted pecans
½ cup chopped fresh basil

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Instructions

Lightly coat a 3- to 4 1/2-quart slow cooker with nonstick spray. Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onions and garlic. Cook just until the onions begin to soften, about 5 minutes.
To the slow cooker, add the onion mixture, bell peppers, uncooked rice, corn, salt, and pepper. Pour 1 1/2 cups very hot water over the top. Stir to combine, cover, and cook 3 1/2 to 4 hours on low or 2 to 3 hours on high.
When ready to serve, stir in the lemon juice, toasted pine nuts, and basil. Taste and add additional salt as desired. Enjoy warm.

Notes

Cooking times can vary widely based on the model and size of your slow cooker. Be sure to check the rice early, especially if you are using a larger-size slow cooker, to make sure it does not overcook.
Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat gently in the microwave.

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Serving 1(of 10), about a heaping 3/4 cup each Calories 133kcal (7%) Carbohydrates 19g (6%) Protein 4g (8%) Fat 5g (8%) Sodium 173mg (7%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 6g (12%)