Sautéed Wild Mushroom and Garlic Rice with Fresh Thyme

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Earthy wild mushrooms are sautéed with garlic and fresh thyme, then combined with fluffy rice for a fragrant and savory side dish. This mediterranean-inspired rice & grains (vegetarian) ready in about 35 minutes pairs wild mushrooms, sliced, uncooked long-grain white rice, garlic cloves, minced for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 210 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.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 25 min Serves 4 Mediterranean cuisine 210 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Rinse 1 cup uncooked long-grain white rice under cold water until water runs clear; drain well.
  2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a medium skillet over medium-high heat. Add 3 cloves minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Step 3: Add 8 oz sliced wild mushrooms to the skillet and cook for 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until mushrooms release moisture and edges become golden.
  4. Step 4: Stir in 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper, cooking for another minute until herbs are aromatic.
  5. Step 5: Pour in 2 cups vegetable broth and bring to a boil.
  6. Step 6: Add the drained rice, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes, or until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.
  7. Step 7: Remove from heat and let stand covered for 5 minutes before fluffing with a fork and serving.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Sautéed Wild Mushroom and Garlic Rice with Fresh Thyme take to make?

Total time is about 35 minutes (10 min prep + 25 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 Sautéed Wild Mushroom and Garlic Rice with Fresh Thyme?

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 mushrooms, sliced from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Sautéed Wild Mushroom and Garlic Rice with Fresh Thyme?

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 Sautéed Wild Mushroom and Garlic Rice with Fresh Thyme 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 Sautéed Wild Mushroom and Garlic Rice with Fresh Thyme 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.

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