Slow-Cooker Wild Rice with Cranberries

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
12%
Slow-Cooker Wild Rice with Cranberries
330 min.
6
245kcal

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Are you looking for a delicious and wholesome side dish that will impress your family and friends? Look no further than this Slow-Cooker Wild Rice with Cranberries! This delightful recipe combines the nutty flavor of wild rice with the sweetness of dried cranberries, creating a perfect balance that will elevate any meal.

Not only is this dish gluten-free and dairy-free, making it suitable for various dietary needs, but it also offers a hearty and satisfying option that is packed with flavor. The slow cooker does all the work for you, allowing the ingredients to meld together beautifully over several hours, resulting in a tender and aromatic dish that is sure to become a favorite.

With the added crunch of slivered almonds and the savory notes from green onions and mushrooms, this wild rice dish is not just a side; it’s a celebration of textures and tastes. Whether you’re serving it alongside a holiday feast or a simple weeknight dinner, this recipe is versatile enough to complement any main course.

So, gather your ingredients, set your slow cooker, and let the magic happen! In just a few hours, you’ll have a stunning side dish that’s not only nutritious but also bursting with flavor. Your taste buds will thank you!

Ingredients

  • 1.5 cups rice wild uncooked
  • tablespoon butter melted
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper 
  • 0.3 cup spring onion sliced
  • 28 ounces vegetable stock canned
  • ounces mushrooms undrained sliced canned
  • 0.5 cup slivered almonds 
  • 0.3 cup cranberries dried

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • slow cooker

Directions

  1. In 2- to 3 1/2-quart slow cooker, mix all ingredients except almonds and cranberries.
  2. Cover and cook on low heat setting 4 to 5 hours or until wild rice is tender.
  3. In ungreased heavy skillet, cook almonds over medium-low heat 5 to 7 minutes, stirring frequently until browning begins, then stirring constantly until golden brown and fragrant; set aside. Stir almonds and cranberries into rice mixture. Cover and cook on low heat setting 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts

Calories245kcal
Protein12.84%
Fat24.25%
Carbs62.91%

Properties

Glycemic Index
29.17
Glycemic Load
16.31
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
11.56913038084%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.26mg
Delphinidin
0.01mg
Catechin
0.12mg
Epigallocatechin
0.23mg
Epicatechin
0.05mg
Eriodictyol
0.02mg
Naringenin
0.04mg
Isorhamnetin
0.24mg
Kaempferol
0.09mg
Myricetin
0.16mg
Quercetin
0.78mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:245.31kcal
12.27%
Fat:6.94g
10.68%
Saturated Fat:0.81g
5.06%
Carbohydrates:40.52g
13.51%
Net Carbohydrates:35.97g
13.08%
Sugar:7.94g
8.83%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:829.22mg
36.05%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:8.27g
16.54%
Manganese:0.79mg
39.46%
Magnesium:99.26mg
24.81%
Phosphorus:231.71mg
23.17%
Vitamin E:2.87mg
19.14%
Zinc:2.83mg
18.84%
Fiber:4.54g
18.18%
Copper:0.36mg
17.78%
Vitamin B3:3.38mg
16.9%
Vitamin B2:0.22mg
12.8%
Folate:46.93µg
11.73%
Vitamin K:10.03µg
9.56%
Vitamin B6:0.19mg
9.29%
Vitamin A:414.95IU
8.3%
Potassium:278.08mg
7.95%
Iron:1.36mg
7.58%
Vitamin B5:0.65mg
6.46%
Vitamin B1:0.08mg
5.6%
Calcium:39.48mg
3.95%
Selenium:2.33µg
3.33%