One Pot Wild Rice Pilaf
This recipe combines whole grains, vegetables, fruits, and plant-based protein for a well-rounded entrée or side dish!
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups low sodium chicken broth
- 1 1/2 cups apple juice
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 3 tbsp butter
- 1 cup wild rice
- 1/2 onion diced
- 1 apple chopped
- 1/2 cup carrots diced
- 1/2 tsp salt and dried parsley
- 1/4 tsp pepper
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp dried oregano
- 1/4 tsp dried thyme
- 1 bay leaf
- Apple cider vinegar to taste (optional)
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans
Instructions
- Combine broth, apple juice, Dijon mustard, 1 tbsp of butter, dried parsley, oregano, thyme, bay leaf, salt, and pepper in a skillet or pot. Bring to a boil.
- Add rice to pot and cover. Reduce heat to low and simmer, stirring occasionally, for an hour or until rice is tender and most of liquid has been absorbed.
- Drain rice and leave aside.
- In the same skillet, melt 2 tbsp of butter on medium heat. Add onions and sauté until softened.
- Next, add carrots and sauté until softened. Then, add apples and sauté until softened.
- Add rice back to skillet with pecans and dried cranberries. Add small splashes of apple cider vinegar to taste. Stir and enjoy!