11 Meals To Eat With Wild Rice
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Although wild rice isn’t technically a grain, it’s a great alternative to traditional white or brown rice. It has a unique nutty flavor and a hearty texture that may not be a favorite for everyone, but it’s definitely worth a try because of its high nutritional value. Of course, you need something to pair it with, so here are eleven recipes you can make to enjoy with wild rice.
1. Walnut-Crusted Cod
If you want a light meal for dinner, then this Walnut-Crusted Cod is something you’ll love. The nutty flavor of wild rice makes a wonderful contrast to the lightly-flavored cod and crunchy walnut coating.
2. Lemon Salmon
This is a light, fresh lemon salmon. It’s fast, it’s easy, and it’s delicious, and it goes great with wild rice.
3. Air Fryer Chicken Breast
This air fryer chicken breast recipe is stuffed full of delicious yumminess. Wild rice is a perfect side dish for this.
4. Pumpkin Seed Crusted Salmon
This pumpkin seed crusted salmon is unique, delicious, and easy to make for dinner tonight. Serve this with wild rice and some steamed vegetables.
5. Garlic Mushroom Double Cream Brie Cheese
This garlic mushroom double cream brie cheese is pure, delicious extravagance. But it’s also an extravagance you don’t want to skip.
6. Stuffed Acorn Squash
This stuffed acorn squash is a delicious, hearty side dish for just about any main course. You can serve wild rice on the side or even mix it in with the stuffing for the squash.
7. Maple Glazed Carrots
These maple-glazed carrots are perfect for your dinner table and even more perfect with wild rice. Add some pork or chicken, and dinner is served.
8. Maple Roasted Brussels Sprouts
These maple-roasted Brussels sprouts are the absolute BEST Brussels sprouts ever. Wild rice and either some pork, fish, or chicken would go well with this.
9. Instant Pot BBQ Chicken Breast
You need this Instant Pot BBQ chicken breast recipe because… who doesn’t need another delicious way to make chicken?
10. Garlic Lime Shrimp
Give these garlic lime shrimp a try for dinner tonight with wild rice and some vegetables. Add a side salad to round out the meal.
11. Teriyaki Salmon
This teriyaki salmon is super quick and easy to make, especially on the grill. Add some wild rice and stir-fried veggies to complete your meal.
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This originally appeared on The Gracious Pantry.