Wild Rice and Vegetable Pilaf
November 16, 2016
Unlike traditional rice, this yummy wild rice dish contains so much protein and fiber, it could easily stand alone as a healthy main dish.
Virgin Diet compliant: Cycles 1, 2, and 3
Sugar Impact Diet compliant: Cycles 1, 2, and 3
- Prep: 10 mins
- Cook: 45 mins
- Yields: 4 servings
Directions
1Cook the wild rice according to the package directions with 1/4 teaspoon of salt.
2Heat the oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
3Add the onion and garlic; cook, stirring occasionally, until starting to soften, 1-2 minutes,
4Add the zucchini and squash and cook until lightly browned and tender, 7-8 minutes.
5Stir in the cooked rice and cook until hot, 1-2 minutes.
6Stir in the remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt and the pepper.
This recipe is part of the Virgin Thanksgiving menu, with Turkey Cutlets with Marsala and Shiitake Mushrooms, Nutty Orange-Cranberry Sauce, Roasted Acorn Squash Purée, Braised Kale, Wild Rice and Vegetable Pilaf, Green Beans with Shiitakes and Shallots, and Pumpkin Bread Pudding. Check out the Virgin Thanksgiving Menu and Guide for links to all the recipes, plus more handy tips and activities for a wonderful Thanksgiving feast!
Originally published in JJ Virgin's Sugar Impact Diet Cookbook, Grand Central Life & Style, 2015
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