Fiesta Rice
Ingredients
- 8 cups low sodium chicken or vegetable broth 2 L
- 2 cups wild rice 500 mL
- 1 tsp salt 5 mL
- 2 Tbsp canola oil 30 mL
- 1 medium white onion, chopped
- 1 cup diced red bell peppers 250 mL
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts 125 mL
- 1/2 cup golden raisins 125 mL
- 1/4 cup finely diced parsley 60 mL
Instructions
- 1. In large saucepan, bring chicken or vegetable broth to a boil, then stir in wild rice and salt. Reduce heat and simmer, covered, 40-45 minutes or just until kernels puff open. Uncover and fluff with fork and simmer additional 5 minutes. Drain any excess liquid.
- 2. In large serving bowl, place cooked rice and set aside to cool.
- 3. In large sauté pan, heat canola oil over medium heat. Add onion and sauté for 1 to 2 minutes or until translucent.
- 4. Add peppers, walnuts and raisins. Cook until lightly browned and fragrant.
- 5. Add sautéed mixture and fresh parsley to wild rice. Stir to combine and serve warm.
Yield
16 servings
serving size
1/2 cup (125 mL)
nutritional analysis
Per Serving
| Calories | 120 |
| Total Fat | 5 g |
| Saturated Fat | 0 g |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg |
| Carbohydrates | 17 g |
| Fiber | 2 g |
| Sugars | 6 g |
| Protein | 3 g |
| Sodium | 180 mg |
| Potassium | 165 mg |
