White and Wild Rice Pilaf

Elevate your side dish game with this White and Wild Rice Pilaf, a perfect harmony of nutty wild rice and tender white rice cooked to fluffy perfection in savory vegetable broth. The aromatic base of sautéed onions, carrots, and celery, along with hints of garlic, fresh thyme, and a bay leaf, infuses this dish with layers of irresistible flavor. Ready in just over an hour, this wholesome and versatile pilaf pairs beautifully with roasted meats, grilled vegetables, or as a standalone vegetarian centerpiece. Garnished with fresh parsley, it’s a visually stunning and flavorful addition to any table. Ideal for weeknight dinners or special occasions, this rice pilaf is as satisfying as it is simple to prepare.

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 0.5 cup wild rice
• 0.5 cup white rice
• 2.5 cups vegetable broth
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 small, diced yellow onion
• 1 small, diced carrot
• 1 small, diced celery stalk
• 2 cloves, minced garlic
• 1 teaspoon, chopped fresh thyme
• 1 bay leaf
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 teaspoons ground black pepper
• 2 tablespoons, chopped (optional) parsley

Directions

Step 1

Thoroughly rinse the wild rice under cold water to remove excess starch. Set aside.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.

Step 3

Add the diced onion, carrot, and celery. Sauté for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are softened.

Step 4

Add the minced garlic and thyme to the saucepan. Cook for 1 minute, stirring frequently, until fragrant.

Step 5

Stir in the wild rice, white rice, and vegetable broth. Add the bay leaf, salt, and ground black pepper.

Step 6

Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat.

Step 7

Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan with a tight-fitting lid, and let it simmer for approximately 45 minutes or until the wild and white rice are tender and the liquid is absorbed.

Step 8

Remove the saucepan from heat and let the rice sit, covered, for 5 minutes to steam.

Step 9

Discard the bay leaf, fluff the rice gently with a fork, and taste to adjust seasoning if needed.

Step 10

Serve warm, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(940.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	878.5

Total Fat 30.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 15.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.8g
Cholesterol 62mg	0%
Sodium 2652.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 135.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.6g	0%
Total Sugars 14.0g
Protein 26.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 166.0mg	0%
Iron 5.3mg	0%
Potassium 1702.7mg	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: 29.9%

Protein: 11.4%

Carbs: 58.7%