Edina-Inspired Wild Rice and Mushroom Pilaf
Earthy wild rice pilaf studded with sautéed mushrooms and herbs, inspired by the Minnesota regional trail towns. This american-inspired vegetarian (vegetarian) ready in about 60 minutes pairs wild rice blend, olive oil, medium, diced yellow onion for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 220 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1 cup wild rice blend
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium, diced yellow onion
- 8 oz, sliced cremini mushrooms
- 3 minced garlic cloves
- 3 cups vegetable broth
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh thyme
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Rinse 1 cup wild rice blend under cold water and drain.
- Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add 1 diced yellow onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent.
- Step 3: Add 8 oz sliced cremini mushrooms and 3 minced garlic cloves, cooking for 5 minutes until mushrooms are browned and fragrant.
- Step 4: Stir in the wild rice and toast for 1 minute with the vegetables.
- Step 5: Pour in 3 cups vegetable broth, 1 tsp salt, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 40-45 minutes until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.
- Step 6: Remove from heat and fluff with a fork. Stir in 1 tbsp chopped fresh thyme and 2 tbsp fresh parsley, seasoning with 1/2 tsp black pepper before serving.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Edina-Inspired Wild Rice and Mushroom Pilaf take to make?
Total time is about 60 minutes (10 min prep + 50 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Edina-Inspired Wild Rice and Mushroom Pilaf?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep wild rice blend from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Edina-Inspired Wild Rice and Mushroom Pilaf?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Edina-Inspired Wild Rice and Mushroom Pilaf for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
Is Edina-Inspired Wild Rice and Mushroom Pilaf vegetarian?
Yes — this recipe is tagged vegetarian based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
