Enjoy your whole grains to the fullest with this elegant rice pilaf-style side. Pairs beautifully with oven-roasted chicken breast or pork tenderloin. Add in a salad of massaged greens for a complete meal that will be welcomed at the most elegant dinner table or a simple weeknight family supper.Tip: To toast the nuts, place in a dry skillet over low heat and toast until just fragrant (2-3 minutes).
1/2 cup wild rice
1 Tbsp. olive oil
1/4 onion
1/2 carrot, peeled
1/2 stalk celery
2 t. finely chopped scallions
1 apple, peeled and diced
1 1/2 Tbsp. raisins
1 tsp. chopped fresh parsley
1 tsp. red wine vinegar
2 tsp. finely chopped shallots
Pepper, to taste
1 1/2 Tbsp. chopped walnuts, toasted