Wild Crazy Rice
Elevate your mealtime with Wild Crazy Rice, a vibrant and hearty dish packed with flavor and wholesome ingredients. This recipe features nutrient-rich wild rice simmered to perfection in vegetable broth, then tossed with a colorful medley of sautéed vegetables, including red bell peppers, carrots, celery, and green peas. Aromatic spices like thyme and paprika add depth, while a splash of fresh lemon juice and chopped parsley brighten every bite. Perfect as a side dish or a light, plant-based main course, this easy-to-make recipe is both satisfying and visually stunning. With a cook time of under an hour, Wild Crazy Rice is an ideal choice for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. Try it today for a delicious and healthy addition to your table!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup wild rice
- 2.5 cups vegetable broth
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
- 1 medium carrot, diced
- 2 stalks celery stalks, sliced thin
- 0.75 cup frozen green peas
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
Rinse the wild rice thoroughly under cold running water to remove excess starch. Drain and set aside.
In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed wild rice and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan, and let the rice simmer for 40-45 minutes until tender but still slightly chewy. Drain any excess liquid if needed and set aside.
While the rice is cooking, heat olive oil in a large skillet or sauté pan over medium heat.
Add the diced onion to the skillet and sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add the diced red bell pepper, carrot, and sliced celery to the skillet. Cook for 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender but still vibrant in color.
Stir in the frozen green peas, dried thyme, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until the peas are heated through.
Add the cooked wild rice to the skillet and gently toss to combine with the vegetables and spices.
Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the chopped parsley and lemon juice for a refreshing burst of flavor.
Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper if needed.
Serve warm as a side dish or as a standalone meal. Enjoy your Wild Crazy Rice!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1273 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 36.9 g | 47% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.1 g | 30% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2718 mg | 118% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 207.3 g | 75% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 32.7 g | 117% | |
| Total Sugars | 29.1 g | ||
| Protein | 44.2 g | 88% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 239 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 9.3 mg | 52% | |
| Potassium | 2761 mg | 59% | |
*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.
