Seasoned Brown Wild Rice
Elevate your side dishes with this Seasoned Brown Wild Rice recipe, a perfect blend of nutty brown rice and hearty wild rice infused with the savory richness of vegetable broth and aromatic herbs. Sautéed garlic and onion create a flavorful base, while dried thyme, rosemary, and paprika deliver a warm, earthy depth to every bite. This dish is both wholesome and versatile, making it an ideal pairing for roasted vegetables, grilled proteins, or as a stand-alone vegetarian option. With just 10 minutes of prep time and a hands-off simmer, this recipe is as effortless as it is elegant. Garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color and freshness, and enjoy this beautifully seasoned rice that's hearty, healthy, and utterly satisfying.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup brown rice
- 1 cup wild rice
- 3 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup water
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 0.5 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional garnish)
Instructions
Rinse the brown rice and wild rice under cold water separately to remove excess starch.
In a medium saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic and chopped onion to the pan and sauté for 2-3 minutes, or until the onion is translucent.
Stir in the dried thyme, rosemary, and paprika. Cook for an additional 30 seconds to release the flavors of the spices.
Add the rinsed brown rice and wild rice to the saucepan and stir well to coat the grains with the oil and spices.
Pour in the vegetable broth and water, then add salt and black pepper. Stir to combine.
Bring the mixture to a boil over high heat, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the saucepan with a tight-fitting lid.
Let the rice simmer for 45-50 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the liquid is fully absorbed. Avoid removing the lid during cooking to prevent steam loss.
Once cooked, remove the saucepan from heat and let it sit, covered, for 5 minutes to steam further.
Fluff the rice with a fork, garnish with chopped parsley if desired, and serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1246 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 24.6 g | 32% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.2 g | 21% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 4082 mg | 177% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 228.1 g | 83% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 26.2 g | 94% | |
| Total Sugars | 15.8 g | ||
| Protein | 42.9 g | 86% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 186 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 8.0 mg | 44% | |
| Potassium | 2080 mg | 44% | |
*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.
