Wild Rice with Cremini Mushrooms

Elevate your side dish game with this hearty and flavorful Wild Rice with Cremini Mushrooms recipe. Packed with nutty wild rice and earthy cremini mushrooms sautéed to golden perfection in a buttery olive oil blend, this dish is a celebration of warm, comforting flavors. Enhanced with garlic, fresh thyme, and a sprinkle of chopped parsley, it’s an irresistible combination of rustic tastes and fragrant herbs. Ready in under an hour, this one-pan wonder is ideal as a crowd-pleasing vegetarian side or a light, nutrient-rich main course. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, this recipe is as versatile as it is delicious. Whether it's paired with a holiday roast or enjoyed on its own, every bite bursts with wholesome, savory satisfaction.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup Wild rice
• 3 cups Water
• 2 tablespoons Butter
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 10 ounces Cremini mushrooms
• 2 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 teaspoon Fresh thyme leaves
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the wild rice under cold water in a fine-mesh sieve to remove any excess starch.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan, bring 3 cups of water to a boil. Add the wild rice and a pinch of salt. Cover and reduce the heat to low. Simmer for 40-45 minutes or until the rice is tender and some grains have split open. Drain any excess water and set the rice aside.

Step 3

While the rice is cooking, clean the cremini mushrooms with a damp cloth and slice them evenly.

Step 4

In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil and 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat until melted.

Step 5

Add the sliced cremini mushrooms to the skillet and sauté for 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are golden brown and tender.

Step 6

Add the minced garlic and fresh thyme leaves to the skillet and sauté for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 7

Season the mushroom mixture with the salt and black pepper, adjusting to taste if needed.

Step 8

Add the cooked wild rice to the skillet with the mushroom mixture. Stir gently to combine and heat through for 2-3 minutes.

Step 9

Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the chopped parsley for a fresh finish.

Step 10

Serve the Wild Rice with Cremini Mushrooms warm as a side dish or a light vegetarian main course.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1223.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	979.0

Total Fat 40.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 15.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.0g
Cholesterol 65.8mg	0%
Sodium 1386.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 136.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.1g	0%
Total Sugars 6.0g
Protein 31.1g	0%

Vitamin D 24.3IU	0%
Calcium 132.4mg	0%
Iron 4.4mg	0%
Potassium 1856.3mg	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: 35.0%

Protein: 12.0%

Carbs: 52.9%