Easy Wild Rice Pilaf
This healthy wild rice pilaf features a colorful blend of whole grain rice. Rice is naturally gluten-free and simple, oil-free flavoring makes this plant-based recipe an essential side dish for holidays.
Total: 30 mins
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients
Ingredients
- ¾ cup wild rice pilaf mix
- 1 small carrot
- 2 stalks celery
- 1 bay leaf
- ½ tsp dried thyme
- 1 ½ cups vegetable broth or water
Instructions
Instructions
- 1. Peel the carrot and trim the celery. Dice both into small, bite-sized pieces
- 2. Rinse the rice under water to get rid of any dust. In a small pot, combine the rice, carrot, celery, bay leaf, thyme, and vegetable broth. Cover and bring to a boil. Reduce to a simmer. Cook for about 20-25 minutes, until rice is tender.
- 3. Remove the lid, fluff rice, and let sit a few minutes.
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