Festive Wild Rice
Wild rice is not actually rice, but rather the seed of an aquatic grass native to North America.
This is vegan and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 50 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 10.
Festive Wild Rice
Ingredients
Instructions
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Rinse the wild rice under cold water.
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In a large saucepan, bring the vegetable broth to a boil.
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Add the wild rice to the boiling broth and reduce the heat to low. Cover and simmer for 30 minutes or until the rice is tender.
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In a separate bowl, combine the dried cranberries, pecans, green onions, and parsley.
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In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper.
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Once the rice is cooked, remove it from the heat and let it rest for 5 minutes.
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Fluff the rice with a fork and transfer it to the bowl with the cranberry mixture.
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Pour the dressing over the rice and toss gently to combine.
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Serve warm or at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 250kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 8g13%
- Total Carbohydrate 40g14%
- Sugars 2g
- Protein 6g12%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.
