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Mixed Wild Rice

A quick and hearty side dish of mixed wild rice with red and black grains, simmered until tender and fluffy. Perfect for busy weeknights.

Total time
30 min
Servings
4
Calories
180
Protein
5g
Mixed Wild Rice
comfortingAmericanveganvegetariangluten-freedairy-freeplant-basedchewy

Ingredients

  • 1 cup mixed wild rice blend
  • 2.5 cups water
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Instructions

  1. 1

    Rinse the 1 cup mixed wild rice blend in a fine-mesh strainer under cold water until the water runs clear, about 30 seconds.

  2. 2

    In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed rice, 2.5 cups water, and 0.5 teaspoon salt. Bring to a boil over high heat, about 5 minutes.

  3. 3

    Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed, about 20 minutes. The grains should be split and chewy, not crunchy.

  4. 4

    Remove from heat and let stand, covered, for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork and drizzle with 1 tablespoon olive oil before serving.

Tools you’ll need

  • fine-mesh strainer
  • medium saucepan with lid
  • fork

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