Kamut Berry Spelt Berry and Wild Rice Stuffing
Elevate your holiday table or weekday dinner with this hearty and wholesome Kamut Berry, Spelt Berry, and Wild Rice Stuffing. Packed with nutrient-rich ancient grains and the earthy goodness of wild rice, this unique stuffing recipe delivers a delightful medley of chewy textures and nutty flavors. Combined with sautéed aromatics like onion, celery, and carrots, and infused with fresh herbs like sage and thyme, every bite bursts with rustic, comforting flavors. Optional add-ins like dried cranberries and toasted nuts provide a hint of sweetness and crunch for added depth. Perfect as a plant-forward side dish or a crowd-pleasing stuffing alternative, this recipe is easy to prepare and offers a stunning way to showcase whole grains. Serve it warm and enjoy its satisfying balance of taste and texture!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Kamut berries
- 1 cup Spelt berries
- 1 cup Wild rice
- 4 cups Vegetable broth (or chicken broth)
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 large Yellow onion, finely chopped
- 3 Celery stalks, finely chopped
- 2 Carrots, finely chopped
- 3 Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup Fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon Sage leaves, minced (or 1 tsp dried sage)
- 1 teaspoon Fresh thyme leaves (or ½ tsp dried thyme)
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 cup Dried cranberries (optional)
- 0.5 cup Chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)
Instructions
Rinse the kamut berries, spelt berries, and wild rice under cold water to remove any impurities.
Add the grains and rice to a medium pot with 4 cups of vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 50–60 minutes until the grains are tender and the liquid is mostly absorbed. Drain any excess liquid if necessary and set aside.
While the grains are cooking, heat 3 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion, celery, and carrots to the skillet. Sauté for 5–7 minutes until softened.
Stir in the minced garlic, sage, and thyme, and cook for another 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) if you plan to bake the stuffing to serve warm.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked grains and wild rice with the sautéed vegetable mixture.
Stir in the chopped parsley, salt, black pepper, dried cranberries (if using), and chopped nuts (if using). Mix well to ensure everything is evenly distributed.
If serving immediately, transfer the mixture to a serving dish. Alternatively, for a baked texture, transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish and bake in the preheated oven for 20–25 minutes until heated through and slightly crispy on top.
Serve warm as a side dish or stuffing, and enjoy this hearty and flavorful dish!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3216 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 97.0 g | 124% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.6 g | 63% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 6689 mg | 291% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 535.2 g | 195% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 82.7 g | 295% | |
| Total Sugars | 92.8 g | ||
| Protein | 101.1 g | 202% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1007 mg | 77% | |
| Iron | 38.0 mg | 211% | |
| Potassium | 6779 mg | 144% | |
*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.
