Best 6 Brown Rice With Cranberries And Almonds Recipes

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Embark on a culinary journey with our delectable Brown Rice with Cranberries and Almonds, a symphony of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds. This wholesome dish combines the nutty flavor of brown rice with the tart sweetness of cranberries and the crunchy delight of almonds, creating a harmonious balance in every bite.

Our recipe collection features variations to suit diverse preferences, from a classic preparation to a zesty rendition with orange zest and a touch of cumin. Whether you prefer a simple yet satisfying meal or an explosion of flavors, we have the perfect recipe for you.

For those seeking a vegan option, our Vegan Brown Rice with Cranberries and Almonds offers a delightful plant-based alternative, bursting with the same vibrant flavors. Indulge in the goodness of whole grains, tangy cranberries, and crunchy almonds, all while embracing a compassionate lifestyle.

And for those with a sweet tooth, our Cranberry Almond Brown Rice Pilaf is a delightful treat that seamlessly blends sweet and savory notes. With the addition of aromatic spices and a hint of honey, this pilaf takes the classic dish to a whole new level, making it a perfect accompaniment to your favorite main course or a delectable standalone meal.

With detailed instructions and helpful tips, our recipes ensure a seamless cooking experience, whether you're a seasoned chef or a novice in the kitchen. So, gather your ingredients, prepare your taste buds, and let's embark on a culinary adventure with Brown Rice with Cranberries and Almonds.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

BROWN RICE WITH CRANBERRIES AND ALMONDS



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I'm always looking to switch things up during the holiday season. This brown rice with cranberries and almonds dish is just the ticket. It is on the lighter side and uses ingredients I always have on hand. —Joan Hallford, North Richland Hills, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h35m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) beef broth
1/4 cup butter, cubed
1 large onion, chopped
1 cup uncooked long grain brown rice
1/2 cup bulgur
1/2 cup slivered almonds
1/2 cup dried cranberries
3/4 cup minced fresh parsley, divided
1/4 cup chopped green onions
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°. In a large saucepan, bring broth to a simmer; reduce heat to low and keep hot. In a large skillet, heat butter over medium heat. Add onion; cook and stir until tender, 3-4 minutes. Add rice, bulgur and almonds; cook and stir until rice is lightly browned and has a nutty aroma, 2-3 minutes., Transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Stir in cranberries, 1/2 cup parsley, green onions, salt and pepper. Stir in hot broth. Bake, covered, 45 minutes. Uncover and continue to cook until liquid is absorbed and rice is tender, 30-35 minutes longer. Remove from oven and fluff with a fork. Cover; let stand 5-10 minutes. Sprinkle with remaining parsley before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 207 calories, Fat 8g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 12mg cholesterol, Sodium 658mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 5g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CRANBERRY AND ALMOND RICE PILAF



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I've been making this dish for years - it's different from typical rice pilaf dishes in that the cranberries add the sweetness and the tartness that you don't expect in a savory dish. Oh, and it's super hard to fumble.

Provided by BOGINIA2

Categories     Side Dish     Rice Side Dish Recipes     Pilaf

Time 45m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 tablespoon olive oil
¾ cup chopped onions
½ cup dried cranberries
1 ½ cups uncooked jasmine rice
3 cups low-sodium chicken broth
1 teaspoon kosher salt, or to taste
ground black pepper to taste
2 green onions, chopped
3 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
¼ cup slivered almonds

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat. Cook and stir onion in hot oil until tender and translucent, about 5 minutes.
  • Stir cranberries and jasmine rice into onion until rice is coated with oil and rice is lightly toasted, about 5 minutes more.
  • Pour chicken broth into skillet and season with kosher salt and black pepper.
  • Bring rice mixture to a boil over high heat, then cover and reduce heat to low. Simmer until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed, about 22 minutes.
  • Remove skillet from heat; stir green onions, cilantro, and almonds into rice mixture. Adjust seasoning if necessary.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 212.6 calories, Carbohydrate 39.4 g, Cholesterol 1.5 mg, Fat 3.9 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 5.1 g, SaturatedFat 0.6 g, Sodium 285.2 mg, Sugar 6.1 g

BROWN RICE PILAF WITH MUSHROOMS, ALMONDS AND CRANBERRIES



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A nice side dish. You can use just abut any type of rice for this recipe....just adjust the cooking time.

Provided by Abby Girl

Categories     Brown Rice

Time 1h5m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 teaspoons olive oil
2 cups mushrooms, finely chopped
1 cup red onion, minced
1 teaspoon garlic, minced
1 cup whole grain brown rice
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup dried cranberries, chopped
1/4 cup slivered almonds, toasted, chopped
2 teaspoons parsley, chopped
1 teaspoon lemon zest, grated

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a medium pan over medium high heat. Add mushrooms, onions and garlic. Cook and stir until vegetables begin to soften, about 3 minutes.
  • Stir in rice. Cook for 1 minute. Add broth and salt. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer, covered, for about 45 - 50 minutes.
  • Remove from heat. Stir in cranberries, nuts, parsley and lemon zest. Let stand, covered, for 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 172.5, Fat 4.8, SaturatedFat 0.6, Sodium 198.4, Carbohydrate 28.9, Fiber 2.5, Sugar 2.2, Protein 4.4

ALMOND CRANBERRY RICE PILAF



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Provided by Valerie Bertinelli

Categories     side-dish

Time 45m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/4 cup sliced almonds with skins
1/2 onion, finely chopped
1 1/2 cups basmati rice or other long-grain white rice
1/2 cup dried cranberries
1 cup chicken broth
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Melt 1 tablespoon of the butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add the almonds and cook, stirring constantly, until golden and nutty smelling, about 3 minutes. Transfer to a small bowl and reserve.
  • Melt the remaining 2 tablespoons butter in the saucepan and add the onions. Cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 5 minutes. Add the rice and cranberries and cook, stirring, until well coated, about 1 minute. Add the chicken broth, 1 1/2 cups water, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and pepper to taste, and increase the heat to medium-high. Bring to a boil, then cover and reduce the heat to low. Cook until all the liquid has been absorbed, about 18 minutes. Take off the heat and let stand, covered, for 5 minutes. Stir in half of the reserved almonds and the parsley, and season with salt and pepper. Garnish with the remaining toasted almonds.

TURKEY BREAST WITH CRANBERRY BROWN RICE



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As a single retiree, I roast a turkey breast half instead of making a whole turkey dinner. This is a perfect meal for anyone cooking for themselves, and it also leaves enough leftovers for sandwiches and tacos. -Nancy Heishman, Las Vegas, Nevada

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h10m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 23

2 tablespoons jellied cranberry sauce
2 tablespoons chopped celery
2 tablespoons minced red onion
1 tablespoon olive oil
1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh parsley
1/2 teaspoon grated orange zest
1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon poultry seasoning, divided
1 boneless skinless turkey breast half (2 pounds)
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 cup orange juice
RICE:
1-1/3 cups uncooked long grain brown rice
2-2/3 cups water
1/4 cup chopped celery
3 tablespoons minced red onion
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2/3 cup dried cranberries
2/3 cup sliced almonds, toasted
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley
1/2 teaspoon grated orange zest

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Mix first seven ingredients and 1/4 teaspoon poultry seasoning., Place turkey in a greased foil-lined 13x9-in. baking pan; rub with salt, pepper and remaining poultry seasoning. Spread with cranberry mixture. Roast until a thermometer reads 165°, 45-55 minutes, drizzling with orange juice halfway., Meanwhile, in a saucepan, combine first six rice ingredients; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed, 40-45 minutes. Stir in remaining ingredients., Remove turkey from oven; tent with foil. Let stand 10 minutes before slicing. Serve with rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 465 calories, Fat 11g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 86mg cholesterol, Sodium 642mg sodium, Carbohydrate 50g carbohydrate (13g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 42g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

RICE PILAF WITH CRANBERRIES AND ALMONDS



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Elegant, flavorful side to most any meat entree. We will be having this as a side for Thanksgiving dinner this year thanks to Robin Miller from the food network. Robin made the recipe to accompany a steak dish at http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/robin-miller/seared-steaks-with-bourbon-thyme-pan-sauce-rice-pilaf-with-cranberries-and-almonds-recipe/index.html.

Provided by Stoblogger

Categories     < 30 Mins

Time 20m

Yield 6 , 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
2 cups instant brown rice
1/2 cup slivered almonds, lightly toasted
1/2 cup dried cranberries
2 teaspoons salt-free garlic and herb seasoning
2 tablespoons fresh parsley leaves, chopped fresh (optional)

Steps:

  • In a medium saucepan, bring chicken broth to a boil.
  • Add rice, almonds, cranberries and herb seasoning.
  • Reduce heat to low, cover and cook 5 minutes, until liquid is absorbed.
  • Remove from heat, stir in parsley and season with salt and pepper to taste if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 283.2, Fat 8, SaturatedFat 0.8, Sodium 41.1, Carbohydrate 44.7, Fiber 3, Sugar 1.3, Protein 9

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients: The better the quality of your ingredients, the better your dish will taste. This means using fresh, organic produce whenever possible, and choosing high-quality nuts and seeds.
  • Rinse the rice thoroughly before cooking: This will help to remove any dirt or debris, and it will also help to prevent the rice from sticking together.
  • Cook the rice in a covered pot: This will help to create a more even cook, and it will also help to prevent the rice from boiling over.
  • Fluff the rice with a fork before serving: This will help to separate the grains of rice and make it lighter and fluffier.
  • Add the cranberries, almonds, and parsley just before serving: This will help to keep them from getting overcooked and losing their flavor.

Conclusion:

Brown rice with cranberries and almonds is a delicious and healthy side dish that can be enjoyed with a variety of meals. It is a good source of fiber, protein, and vitamins, and it is also a low-calorie dish. This dish is also very versatile, and it can be easily adapted to your own taste preferences. For example, you could add other dried fruits, such as raisins or apricots, or you could use different nuts, such as walnuts or pecans. You could also add a bit of honey or maple syrup to the dish for a sweeter flavor.

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