Vegetable Wild Rice

Name: Vegetable Wild Rice
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 50 min
Yield: 6 servings.
Ingredients: 1 package (6 ounces) long grain and wild rice mix; 2 medium carrots, cut into 1/4-inch slices; 1 cup diced yellow summer squash; 2/3 cup chopped sweet red pepper; 2/3 cup chopped green pepper; 1/4 cup chopped onion; 2 tablespoons canola oil

A convenient packaged rice mix gives a jump start to this simple side dish from Helen Jacobs of Canton, Michigan. A bright blend of veggies adds color, and the cost - only 52 cents per serving - is easy on your budget.

Ingredients

1 package (6 ounces) long grain and wild rice mix
2 medium carrots, cut into 1/4-inch slices
1 cup diced yellow summer squash
2/3 cup chopped sweet red pepper
2/3 cup chopped green pepper
1/4 cup chopped onion
2 tablespoons canola oil

Directions

In a large saucepan, place rice mix, contents of seasoning packet and water as directed on package. Bring to a boil. Add carrots. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 30 minutes or until rice is tender and water is absorbed.
Meanwhile, in a skillet, saute squash, peppers and onion in oil until crisp-tender. Stir into rice mixture.

Editor's Note: The cost per serving does not include optional ingredients such as garnishes. When there is a choice of two ingredients, the cost is figured with the first one listed.

Nutrition Facts

3/4 cup: 159 calories, 5g fat (1g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 388mg sodium, 26g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 2g fiber), 4g protein.

Originally published as Vegetable Wild Rice in Quick Cooking November/December 2000

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bjsilve0

Oct 26, 2011

I am not much of a rice eater but this is excellent. Instead of chopping the peppers and onions, I used the ones that are frozen. It cuts down the prep. time so I always keep them on hand.
nibbles

Jan 26, 2009

I love this recipe, and my family does too. It is my favorite rice dish & goes with just about anythig.