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Best Wild Rice Pilaf: Easy Thanksgiving Side Dish

A nutritious and flavorful wild rice pilaf that is the perfect side for Thanksgiving gatherings.

  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup Wild rice
  • 2 cups Vegetable broth or water
  • 1 cup Diced carrots
  • 1 Onion, diced
  • 2 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Fresh herbs (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Rinse the wild rice under cold water. In a pot, bring the vegetable broth or water to a boil. Add the wild rice, cover, and reduce the heat to low. Cook for 40-45 minutes until the rice is tender.
  2. Sauté the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic, and sauté until softened.
  3. Add the diced carrots and continue to cook until they’re tender, about 5-7 minutes.
  4. Combine the cooked rice with the vegetables, stir in the thyme, and season with salt and pepper.
  5. Garnish with fresh herbs before serving. Enjoy your wild rice pilaf as a delightful Thanksgiving side dish!

Notes

Always rinse wild rice before cooking to remove excess starch. Use a good quality vegetable broth for added flavor. Fresh herbs should be added just before serving.

  • Author: jayne
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45 minutes
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Cooking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 220
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 4g
  • Saturated Fat: 0.5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 48g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 6g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: wild rice pilaf, Thanksgiving side, vegetarian side, easy side dish