Northern-Style Wild Rice and Mushroom Pilaf

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-17 · Updated 2026-06-17

Earthy wild rice cooked with mushrooms, onions, and herbs to create a savory pilaf reflecting northern forest flavors. This American-inspired rice and grain recipe (vegetarian), ready in about 65 minutes, pairs wild rice blend, vegetable broth, olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 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
• 3 cups vegetable broth
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 medium, finely diced yellow onion
• 8 oz, sliced cremini mushrooms
• 2, minced garlic cloves
• 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves
• 2 tbsp, chopped fresh parsley
• 1 tsp, divided salt
• 1/2 tsp, divided black pepper
• 1/4 cup toasted pine nuts

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Rinse 1 cup wild rice blend under cold water. In a medium saucepan, bring 3 cups vegetable broth to a boil. Add the rice, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 45-50 minutes until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.
2. Step 2: While rice cooks, heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 1 medium diced yellow onion and sauté for 4 minutes until translucent.
3. Step 3: Add 8 oz sliced cremini mushrooms, 2 minced garlic cloves, and 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves to the skillet. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 6-7 minutes until mushrooms release moisture and begin to brown. Season with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
4. Step 4: When rice is done, fluff with a fork and add it to the mushroom mixture. Stir in 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley, remaining 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Cook together for 2 minutes so flavors meld.
5. Step 5: Transfer to a serving dish and sprinkle 1/4 cup toasted pine nuts over the top before serving warm.