HERBED WILD RICE & QUINOA STUFFING

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Specked with fresh herbs, apples, cranberries, and pecans, everyone will love this flavor-filled stuffing - and nobody will guess its little secret: it's vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free! Plus, the addition of protein-rich quinoa gives this hearty stuffing main-dish cred - perfect for those that prefer to skip the turkey.

Provided by Kare for Kitchen Treaty

Time 1h30m

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 tablespoons olive oil + more for greasing the baking dish + more for drizzling over the top
1 large yellow onion (finely chopped)
2 stalks celery (chopped (about 1/2 cup))
2 medium Granny Smith apples (peeled and diced)
2 medium cloves garlic (peeled and finely minced)
2 tablespoons fresh thyme leaves (minced)
1 teaspoon kosher salt + more to taste
1/2 cup dry-ish white wine (I like Sauv Blanc for both cooking and drinking; Chardonnay would work well too)
4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
2 cups uncooked wild rice blend (I prefer a blend of 50% wild rice and 50% brown rice)
1 cup uncooked quinoa (rinsed well)
1 1/2 cups dried cranberries
1 cup raw pecans (chopped)
1/2 cup chopped fresh Italian parsley + 1/4 cup more for topping after baking
1/4 cup fresh sage leaves (minced)

Steps:

  • Place a large pot over medium heat. Add the oil. When hot, add the onions and celery and cook, stirring occasionally, until soft, about 5 minutes. Add the apples, garlic, thyme, and salt. Cook, stirring frequently, for one more minute. Stir in wine, then add broth. Bring to a boil. Stir in the wild rice blend and reduce the heat to medium-low. Simmer, covered, until the rice is tender, about 35 minutes. Stir in the quinoa and cover again. Cook until the quinoa is tender, about 15 more minutes. Stir in the cranberries, pecans, 1/2 cup parsley, and sage. Taste and add additional salt if desired. Remove from heat.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Rub a large (9-inch x 13-inch is best) casserole dish with a little olive oil. Lightly scoop the rice mixture into the casserole dish, lightly mounding it instead of mashing it down.
  • Bake until golden brown, 25-30 minutes. Drizzle with a little more olive oil and sprinkle with remaining chopped parsley. Serve.

shahadat hossain gazi
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This stuffing is a lot of work, but it's worth it. It's the best stuffing I've ever had.


Tawhid Boss
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I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my stuffing turned out dry and bland. I'm going to try again with a different recipe.


Mutagubya Lawrence
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This stuffing is a great way to sneak some extra vegetables into your Thanksgiving dinner.


Abdu Naswir
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I've tried a lot of stuffing recipes over the years, but this one is by far the best. It's the perfect combination of flavors and textures.


Umar Qureshi
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This stuffing is a great make-ahead dish. You can make it the day before and then just reheat it on Thanksgiving day.


Hasan Balal
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I'm not a huge fan of stuffing, but this recipe changed my mind. It's light and fluffy, with a delicious nutty flavor.


Sheikhnoor Mohamed
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This stuffing is a great way to add some extra flavor and texture to your Thanksgiving dinner.


Chi Hegdekar
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I made this stuffing for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor and texture.


Ahebwa Wyclif
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This stuffing is a great way to use up leftover rice and quinoa. It's also a really healthy and flavorful side dish.


Sakina's Shenanigans
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I was a little hesitant to try this recipe because I'm not a big fan of wild rice, but I'm so glad I did! The quinoa and herbs really balance out the flavor of the wild rice, and the overall dish is really delicious.


Sechaba Mokgahlane
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This stuffing is amazing! I've never had anything like it before. The wild rice and quinoa give it a really nutty flavor, and the herbs add a nice touch of freshness.


Ella Proper
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I've made this stuffing twice now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The flavors are complex and delicious, and it's a great way to use up leftover rice and quinoa.


Maximus Meyers
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This stuffing was a hit at our Thanksgiving dinner! The combination of wild rice, quinoa, and herbs gave it a unique and flavorful taste. It was also really easy to make, which is always a plus.