Description
This Wild Rice Pilaf is a hearty and flavorful side dish featuring tender wild rice cooked in vegetable broth combined with sautéed onions, carrots, and celery, garnished with fresh parsley. Perfectly balanced with rustic textures and wholesome ingredients, it makes an excellent accompaniment to a variety of meals or a satisfying vegetarian main.
Ingredients
Scale
Rice and Broth
- 1 cup wild rice
- 2 cups vegetable broth (gluten-free if needed)
Vegetables and Herbs
- 1 onion, chopped
- 1 carrot, diced
- 1 celery stalk, diced
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
Others
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Cook the Wild Rice: Rinse the wild rice thoroughly under cold water to remove any debris. Place the rinsed rice in a saucepan with 2 cups of vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer gently for 45-50 minutes or according to package instructions until the rice is tender and all the liquid is absorbed.
- Sauté the Vegetables: While the rice is cooking, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, diced carrot, and celery. Cook the vegetables for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are softened and translucent without browning.
- Combine and Garnish: Once the wild rice is cooked, fluff it gently with a fork and transfer it back into the saucepan or a large mixing bowl. Add the sautéed vegetables and chopped fresh parsley to the rice and mix well. Season with salt and pepper according to your taste. Serve warm as a flavorful side or vegetarian main dish.
Notes
- For added texture and flavor, consider adding toasted nuts such as pecans or almonds.
- You can substitute vegetable broth with chicken broth if not vegan or vegetarian.
- Wild rice takes longer to cook than white rice, so be patient for the best texture.
- This pilaf can be prepared ahead of time and reheated gently on the stove or microwave.
- For a gluten-free meal, ensure vegetable broth is certified gluten-free.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: wild rice pilaf, wild rice recipe, vegetarian pilaf, gluten-free side dish, healthy rice dish, sautéed vegetables, easy pilaf recipe
