Garlic Herb Wild Rice Mushrooms (Printable)
Nutty wild rice with aromatic garlic, fresh herbs, and golden roasted mushrooms for a satisfying vegetarian dish.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Rice Base
01 - 1 cup wild rice, rinsed thoroughly
02 - 2 1/2 cups vegetable broth (gluten-free if needed)
03 - 1 bay leaf
04 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
→ Roasted Mushrooms
05 - 12 oz cremini or button mushrooms, quartered
06 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
07 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
08 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
→ Aromatics & Herbs
09 - 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
10 - 4 cloves garlic, minced
11 - 1 small shallot, finely chopped
12 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
13 - 2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves
14 - 1 tablespoon fresh chives, chopped
15 - 1 teaspoon lemon zest
→ Optional Garnish
16 - Grated Parmesan cheese
17 - Extra chopped herbs
# How-To Steps:
01 - Preheat oven to 425°F.
02 - On a baking sheet, toss mushrooms with olive oil, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and black pepper. Spread in a single layer and roast for 20–25 minutes, stirring halfway, until golden and tender.
03 - In a medium saucepan, combine wild rice, vegetable broth, bay leaf, and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 40–45 minutes, or until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed. Remove bay leaf and fluff with a fork.
04 - In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add shallot and cook for 2 minutes until softened. Add garlic and cook 1 minute until fragrant.
05 - Add cooked wild rice to the skillet, tossing to combine with aromatics. Stir in roasted mushrooms, parsley, thyme, chives, and lemon zest. Heat through for 2–3 minutes, adjusting salt and pepper to taste.
06 - Serve warm, garnished with extra herbs and Parmesan if desired.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- The roasted mushrooms develop this incredible umami depth that makes even meat eaters forget they are eating a vegetarian dish
- Wild rice has this satisfying chewy texture that holds up beautifully against the tender mushrooms and fresh herbs
02 -
- Wild rice can vary in cooking time depending on the brand and age of the rice. Taste it after 40 minutes and continue cooking until the grains are tender and some have burst open to reveal their white interior.
- Letting the rice rest for 5 minutes off the heat before fluffing helps separate the grains and prevents them from becoming gummy.
03 -
- Reserve a splash of the mushroom roasting juices and drizzle them over the finished dish for an extra burst of flavor
- If the wild rice seems too firm after 45 minutes, add another quarter cup of broth and continue cooking until tender