Brown and Wild Rice with Asparagus
Elevate your weeknight dinner routine with this wholesome and vibrant Brown and Wild Rice with Asparagus recipe. Featuring the nutty combination of nutritious brown and wild rice, this dish is perfectly complemented by tender-crisp asparagus sautéed with garlic and finished with a zesty splash of fresh lemon juice. A sprinkle of chopped parsley adds freshness, while optional toasted almonds provide delightful crunch and texture. Cooked in water or vegetable broth for added depth, this one-skillet wonder is both quick to prepare and packed with flavor. Perfect as a hearty side dish or a light vegetarian main course, it’s an effortlessly healthy and satisfying option for any mealtime.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup brown rice
- 0.5 cup wild rice
- 3.5 cups water or vegetable broth
- 1 bunch asparagus
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
- 0.25 cup toasted almonds (optional)
Instructions
Rinse the brown rice and wild rice under cold water to remove any debris.
In a medium saucepan, bring the water or vegetable broth to a boil. Stir in the brown rice and wild rice, reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 40-45 minutes or until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed.
While the rice is cooking, prepare the asparagus. Wash and trim the woody ends, then cut the asparagus into 1-inch pieces.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Mince the garlic, and add it to the skillet. Saute for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
Add the asparagus to the skillet. Cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tender-crisp.
When the rice is done, fluff it with a fork and add it to the skillet with the asparagus. Stir to combine.
Drizzle the mixture with lemon juice, and season with salt and black pepper. Adjust seasoning to taste.
Remove the skillet from heat, and stir in the chopped parsley. If using, sprinkle the toasted almonds on top for added crunch.
Serve warm as a side dish or light main dish, and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
205 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 11.4 g | 15% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.2 g | 6% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 259 mg | 11% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 22.7 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.5 g | 16% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.4 g | ||
| Protein | 6.1 g | 12% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 61 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 2.8 mg | 16% | |
| Potassium | 321 mg | 7% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
