Fiesta Rice
Yield
16
servingsCalories
120
kcalServing Size
1/2 cup
With its nutrient-packed wild rice, bell peppers, walnuts, and raisins, this dish offers a range of health benefits and a rainbow of colors.
Ingredients
8 cups 2 l low sodium chicken or vegetable broth
2 cups 500 ml wild rice
1 tsp 5 ml salt
2 tbsp 30 ml canola oil
1 1 medium white onion, chopped
1 cup 250 ml diced red bell peppers
1⁄2 cup 125 ml chopped walnuts
1⁄2 cup 125 ml golden raisins
1⁄4 cup 60 ml finely diced parsley
Directions
- 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.
- In large serving bowl, place cooked rice and set aside to cool.
- In large sauté pan, heat canola oil over medium heat. Add onion and sauté for 1 to 2 minutes or until translucent.
- Add peppers, walnuts and raisins. Cook until lightly browned and fragrant.
Nutrition Facts
16 servings per container
- Amount Per ServingCalories120
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat
5g
8%
- Saturated Fat 0g 0%
- Cholesterol 0mg 0%
- Sodium 180mg 8%
- Potassium 165mg 5%
- Total Carbohydrate
17g
6%
- Dietary Fiber 2g 8%
- Sugars 6g
- Protein 3g 6%
* The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
