White Wild Rice Pilaf

Elevate your side dish game with this hearty and aromatic White Wild Rice Pilaf, a perfect medley of textures and flavors. Combining the nutty earthiness of wild rice with the fluffiness of white rice, this dish boasts a fragrant base of sautéed onions, carrots, celery, and garlic, all infused with thyme and a rich broth. A hint of toasting deepens the flavor before slow simmering locks in moisture and tenderness. Finished with a sprinkle of toasted almonds for crunch and fresh parsley for brightness, this versatile pilaf complements roasted meats, poultry, or vegetarian mains beautifully. Nutritious, satisfying, and packed with flavor, it's an all-season favorite for weeknight dinners or special occasions alike.

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup White rice
• 0.5 cup Wild rice
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 medium Yellow onion, finely chopped
• 1 medium Carrot, finely diced
• 1 Celery stalk, finely diced
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 3 cups Chicken or vegetable broth
• 1 Bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon Fresh thyme leaves
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.25 cup Toasted sliced almonds
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the white rice and wild rice under cold water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch and dust. Set aside to drain.

Step 2

In a large saucepan or deep skillet, heat the butter and olive oil over medium heat until the butter is melted and bubbling.

Step 3

Add the finely chopped onion, diced carrot, and diced celery. Sauté for 5–7 minutes or until the vegetables are softened and the onion is translucent.

Step 4

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds, being careful not to burn it.

Step 5

Add the rinsed white rice and wild rice to the pan. Stir to coat the grains in the butter and oil, toasting lightly for 2–3 minutes.

Step 6

Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth and add the bay leaf, thyme, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine.

Step 7

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover the pan with a tight-fitting lid, and simmer for 40–45 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the liquid is fully absorbed.

Step 8

Remove the pan from the heat and let it sit, covered, for an additional 5 minutes to allow the rice to steam and fluff up.

Step 9

Discard the bay leaf and fluff the rice gently with a fork.

Step 10

Transfer the rice pilaf to a serving dish and garnish with toasted sliced almonds and chopped fresh parsley.

Step 11

Serve warm and enjoy this hearty, flavorful side dish.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1310.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1131.8

Total Fat 56.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 17.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 62mg	0%
Sodium 5078.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 138.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.7g	0%
Total Sugars 11.6g
Protein 29.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 247.9mg	0%
Iron 4.5mg	0%
Potassium 1315.9mg	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: 43.1%

Protein: 10.1%

Carbs: 46.9%