Description
Wild Rice Dressing is a flavorful, earthy side dish that’s perfect for any occasion. Made with wild rice, sautéed vegetables, and a blend of aromatic herbs, it’s a delightful alternative to traditional stuffing or dressing. Whether served alongside roasted meats or as a stand-alone dish, this recipe will elevate your meal with its hearty texture and rich flavors.
Ingredients
3 boxes instant simmer-and-serve wild rice (2 3/4 oz each)
4 cups water
2 tablespoons butter
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup butter (for sautéing)
1/2 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup chopped celery
1/2 cup Progresso™ chicken broth (from a 32-oz carton)
1/3 cup chopped dried apricots
1/3 cup sweetened dried cranberries
1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme leaves
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
2/3 cup slivered almonds
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
Cook the wild rice according to package instructions, combining 4 cups of water and the rice. Simmer until tender.
In a skillet, melt 2 tablespoons butter over medium heat. Sauté the chopped onion and celery until tender, about 5 minutes.
Add the chicken broth, dried apricots, dried cranberries, fresh thyme, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon pepper. Stir to combine.
Once the rice is cooked, add it to the skillet and mix with the vegetable mixture.
Stir in the slivered almonds and 1/4 cup butter, allowing the butter to melt and coat the rice mixture.
Sprinkle with chopped parsley and serve warm.
Notes
This dish pairs beautifully with roasted meats like turkey or chicken.
For a vegetarian version, use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth.
Add sautéed mushrooms or other fresh herbs for a different flavor profile.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Sautéing, Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of recipe
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 580 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 36 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg
Keywords: wild rice, dressing, side dish, Thanksgiving, holiday meal, hearty rice