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Wild Rice Pilaf

This wild rice pilaf is full of color, texture, and fall flavors. It's the perfect side dish for dinner during the cooler months.

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
1 hr
Servings: 4 1 cup each
Calories: 245 kcal
Course: Side Dish , Dinner
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup wild rice blend* $0.07
  • 1 cup vegetable broth $0.13
  • 2 Tbsp butter $0.22
  • 1 yellow onion $0.28
  • 3 ribs celery $0.64
  • 1 apple $0.41
  • 1/2 tsp dried sage $0.05
  • 1/2 tsp dried thyme $0.05
  • 1/4 tsp salt $0.02
  • 1/4 tsp freshly cracked black pepper $0.02
  • 1/4 cup chopped walnuts $0.30
  • 1/4 cup dried cranberries $0.44
  • 1 Tbsp chopped parsley $0.10

Instructions

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  1. Add the wild rice blend and vegetable broth to a saucepot. Place a lid on top and turn the heat on to medium-high. Allow the broth to come to a full boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to medium-low and allow to simmer for 45 minutes, or for the amount of time directed on the package.*
  2. While the rice is cooking, prepare the rest of the pilaf. Dice the onion, celery, and apple.
  3. Add the onion to a large skillet with the butter and sauté over medium heat until softened.
  4. Add the apples, celery, sage, thyme, salt, and pepper to the skillet with the onions and continue to sauté for about five minutes more, or just until the apples and celery begin to soften (they should still have some bite).
  5. When the rice has finished cooking, add it to the skillet with the apples, celery, and onion. Also add the chopped walnuts, cranberries, and chopped parsley. Stir until everything is evenly combined.
  6. Taste the pilaf and adjust the salt or seasonings to your liking. Serve hot.

Notes

  • * You can use any brand wild rice blend. Cook according to the package directions, substituting vegetable broth for the water recommended in the instructions. Cooking time may vary depending on the brand.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1cup Calories 245kcal (12%) Carbohydrates 35g (12%) Protein 4g (8%) Fat 11g (17%) Sodium 457mg (19%) Fiber 5g (20%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 41 cup each

Amount Per Serving

Calories 245

% Daily Value*

Serving 1cup
Calories 245kcal 12%
Carbohydrates 35g 12%
Protein 4g 8%
Fat 11g 17%
Sodium 457mg 19%
Fiber 5g 20%

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