Slow-Cooker Wild Rice Medley

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
14%
Slow-Cooker Wild Rice Medley
320 min.
12
134kcal

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Welcome to a delightful culinary experience with our Slow-Cooker Wild Rice Medley! This dish is not only a feast for the eyes but also a wholesome addition to your dining table. Perfectly gluten-free and dairy-free, it caters to a variety of dietary preferences while delivering a burst of flavors that everyone will love.

Imagine the rich, nutty aroma of wild rice mingling with the fresh notes of thyme and the sweetness of dried cherries, all simmering together in your slow cooker. This medley is a wonderful side dish that complements any main course, whether you're serving it at a family gathering or a cozy dinner with friends. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a dish that feels both comforting and sophisticated.

Not only is this recipe easy to prepare, but it also allows you to enjoy the convenience of a slow cooker, freeing up your time to focus on other aspects of your meal. The toasted pine nuts add a delightful crunch, while the vibrant colors of the vegetables make this dish visually appealing. With 134 calories per serving, you can indulge guilt-free!

So, gather your ingredients and let the slow cooker work its magic. Your taste buds will thank you for this delicious and nutritious Wild Rice Medley that’s sure to impress!

Ingredients

  • 1.5 cups rice wild uncooked
  • 0.7 cup celery chopped
  • tablespoon butter melted
  • teaspoons thyme sprigs fresh chopped
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper 
  • cup onion chopped
  • 0.8 cup carrots chopped
  • 3.5 cups vegetable stock (from 32-oz carton)
  • 0.3 cup pinenuts 
  • 0.5 cup cherries dried chopped
  • serving parsley fresh italian chopped (flat-leaf)

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • slow cooker

Directions

  1. Spray 3- to 4-quart slow cooker with cooking spray. In slow cooker, mix all ingredients except pine nuts, cherries and parsley.
  2. Cover; cook on Low heat setting 5 to 6 hours or until wild rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.
  3. Meanwhile, sprinkle pine nuts in ungreased heavy skillet. Cook over medium heat 5 to 7 minutes, stirring frequently until nuts begin to brown, then stirring constantly until nuts are light brown. Set aside.
  4. Just before serving, stir cherries and toasted pine nuts into wild rice.
  5. Sprinkle with parsley.

Nutrition Facts

Calories134kcal
Protein11.78%
Fat24.28%
Carbs63.94%

Properties

Glycemic Index
26.32
Glycemic Load
8.67
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
7.8682609752792%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.89mg
Luteolin
0.22mg
Isorhamnetin
0.67mg
Kaempferol
0.12mg
Myricetin
0.06mg
Quercetin
2.75mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:134.47kcal
6.72%
Fat:3.77g
5.8%
Saturated Fat:0.42g
2.64%
Carbohydrates:22.35g
7.45%
Net Carbohydrates:19.89g
7.23%
Sugar:4.85g
5.39%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:395.11mg
17.18%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:4.12g
8.24%
Vitamin A:1777.99IU
35.56%
Manganese:0.64mg
32.11%
Magnesium:48.53mg
12.13%
Phosphorus:117.06mg
11.71%
Vitamin K:10.69µg
10.18%
Zinc:1.49mg
9.96%
Fiber:2.46g
9.85%
Copper:0.17mg
8.4%
Vitamin B3:1.63mg
8.17%
Folate:27.02µg
6.76%
Vitamin B6:0.11mg
5.73%
Potassium:172.38mg
4.93%
Iron:0.83mg
4.6%
Vitamin B2:0.07mg
4.4%
Vitamin E:0.62mg
4.16%
Vitamin B1:0.05mg
3.32%
Vitamin C:2.64mg
3.2%
Vitamin B5:0.28mg
2.83%
Calcium:19.7mg
1.97%