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.

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

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)

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the brown rice and wild rice under cold water to remove any debris.

Step 2

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.

Step 3

While the rice is cooking, prepare the asparagus. Wash and trim the woody ends, then cut the asparagus into 1-inch pieces.

Step 4

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.

Step 5

Add the asparagus to the skillet. Cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tender-crisp.

Step 6

When the rice is done, fluff it with a fork and add it to the skillet with the asparagus. Stir to combine.

Step 7

Drizzle the mixture with lemon juice, and season with salt and black pepper. Adjust seasoning to taste.

Step 8

Remove the skillet from heat, and stir in the chopped parsley. If using, sprinkle the toasted almonds on top for added crunch.

Step 9

Serve warm as a side dish or light main dish, and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1608.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1077.3

Total Fat 48.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.9g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 4503.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 143.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 22.7g	0%
Total Sugars 13.3g
Protein 34.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 252.2mg	0%
Iron 12.6mg	0%
Potassium 1792.3mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 37.9%

Protein: 11.9%

Carbs: 50.2%