Best 10 Wild Rice With Dried Fruit And Nuts Crock Pot Recipes

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Embark on a culinary adventure as we delve into the delectable world of wild rice, dried fruit, and nuts, harmoniously blended in the comforting embrace of a crock pot. Discover a symphony of flavors and textures as the wild rice, with its nutty goodness, mingles with the vibrant sweetness of dried fruits and the crunchy delight of nuts. Let the crock pot work its magic, infusing each ingredient with warmth and depth of flavor. Prepare to tantalize your taste buds with this flavorful and wholesome dish that promises to elevate your mealtime experience.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

WILD RICE WITH DRIED FRUIT AND NUTS



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This wild rice side dish goes well with roasted chicken, turkey, or braised pork shoulder.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Pasta and Grains     Rice Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 scallions
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
Coarse salt and ground pepper
1 1/4 cup wild rice or wild rice blend (any seasoning packet discarded)
2 tablespoons red-wine vinegar
1/2 cup dried cherries or cranberries
1/2 cup pecans, toasted and chopped

Steps:

  • Thinly slice scallions, separating white and green parts. In a medium saucepan, heat olive oil over medium-high. Add scallion whites and cook, stirring often, until soft, 3 minutes; season with salt and pepper. Add wild rice and cook according to package instructions.
  • Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, combine vinegar, dried cherries, and 2 tablespoons water. Bring to a boil over medium-high. Reduce to a simmer and cook until vinegar is almost absorbed, 3 minutes. Transfer to a bowl and add rice mixture, scallion greens, and chopped pecans. Stir well to combine and season to taste with salt and pepper. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 253 g, Fat 9 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 6 g

SLOW-COOKED WILD RICE



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This recipe has become such a family heirloom that I asked my mother's permission before passing it along. It has traveled to weddings, baptisms, landmark birthdays and wedding anniversaries-and it always makes people happy. -Janet Mahowald, Rice Lake, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 4h15m

Yield 8 cups

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pound bulk pork sausage
4 celery ribs, chopped
1 small onion, chopped
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted
1 cup uncooked wild rice
1 can (4 ounces) mushroom stems and pieces, drained
3 cups chicken broth

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook and crumble sausage with celery and onion over medium heat until sausage is no longer pink and vegetables are tender, 6-8 minutes; drain. Transfer to a 3-qt. slow cooker. Add soups, rice and mushrooms. Stir in broth., Cook, covered, on low until rice is tender, 4-5 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 236 calories, Fat 14g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 30mg cholesterol, Sodium 1059mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 9g protein.

SLOW-COOKER WILD RICE WITH CRANBERRIES



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Create a new side with this festive rice dish. The slow cooker makes it easy.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 5h30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 1/2 cups uncooked wild rice
1 tablespoon butter or margarine, melted
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
4 medium green onions, sliced (1/4 cup)
2 cans (14 ounces each) vegetable broth
1 can (4 ounces) sliced mushrooms, undrained
1/2 cup slivered almonds
1/3 cup dried cranberries

Steps:

  • In 2- to 3 1/2-quart slow cooker, mix all ingredients except almonds and cranberries.
  • Cover and cook on low heat setting 4 to 5 hours or until wild rice is tender.
  • In ungreased heavy skillet, cook almonds over medium-low heat 5 to 7 minutes, stirring frequently until browning begins, then stirring constantly until golden brown and fragrant; set aside. Stir almonds and cranberries into rice mixture. Cover and cook on low heat setting 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 260, Carbohydrate 45 g, Cholesterol 5 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 5 g, Protein 9 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 900 mg

JEWELED RICE WITH DRIED FRUIT



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Categories     Rice     Side     Christmas     Thanksgiving     Vegetarian     Quick & Easy     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Dried Fruit     Raisin     Pistachio     Fall     Christmas Eve     Gourmet     Pescatarian     Peanut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 cups basmati rice (1 1/4 lb)
4 qt water
3 tablespoons salt
1/2 cup dried apricots (3 1/2 oz), quartered
1/2 cup golden raisins (3 oz)
1/2 cup dried cranberries (2 oz)
1 stick (1/2 cup) unsalted butter
1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 cup coarsely chopped shelled unsalted pistachios (not dyed red; 2 1/2 oz)

Steps:

  • Rinse rice in several changes of cold water in a large bowl until water runs clear. Drain in a large sieve.
  • Bring water and salt to a boil in a 6-quart heavy pot, then add rice and boil, uncovered, stirring occasionally, 5 minutes from time water returns to boil. Drain rice in sieve.
  • Toss together dried fruit in a bowl. Melt 6 tablespoons butter with cardamom and pepper in cleaned and dried pot, stirring to combine, then alternately layer rice and dried fruit over it, beginning and ending with rice and mounding loosely. Make 5 or 6 holes in rice to bottom of pot with round handle of a wooden spoon, then cover pot with a kitchen towel and a heavy lid. Fold edges of towel up over lid (to keep towel from burning) and cook rice over moderately low heat, undisturbed, until tender and a crust forms on bottom, 30 to 35 minutes. Remove from heat and let rice stand, tightly covered and undisturbed, at least 30 minutes.
  • Heat remaining 2 tablespoons butter in a small skillet over moderate heat and cook pistachios, stirring, until lightly browned, 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Spoon loose rice onto a platter, then break crust into 1-inch pieces and scatter over rice. Sprinkle with pistachios.

WILD RICE WITH DRIED FRUIT AND NUTS-CROCK POT



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Make and share this Wild Rice With Dried Fruit and Nuts-Crock Pot recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Diana Adcock

Categories     Rice

Time 7h10m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 cups wild rice
1/2 cup golden raisin, chopped
1/2 cup dried cranberries
1/2 cup dried apricot, chopped
1/2 cup chopped pecans
5 cups chicken broth
1 cup orange juice
2 tablespoons butter, melted
1 teaspoon dried thyme
2 green onions, sliced thin
2 tablespoons parsley, chopped

Steps:

  • Rinse wild rice.
  • Combine all ingredients, except onions and parsley in your crock pot.
  • Place lid on crock pot and cook on low for 7 hours or high for 2 and 1/2 hours to 3 hours.
  • With 30 minutes left to your cook time add the sliced green onions and parsley.
  • Stir well and cover to complete cooking time.
  • Note: Depending on how old your wild rice is, you may need to add 1 additional cup of chicken broth.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 407.4, Fat 12.3, SaturatedFat 3.4, Cholesterol 10.2, Sodium 664.5, Carbohydrate 64.3, Fiber 6.2, Sugar 19.2, Protein 14.1

NUTTY WILD RICE



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You'll go nuts for this wild side dish and its hearty crunch. Served warm, this rice packs a zesty bite. Heather Webb, Channelview, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h5m

Yield 5 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

2-1/2 cups water
1/2 cup uncooked wild rice
1 tablespoon reduced-sodium soy sauce
6 green onions, sliced
1 tablespoon butter
2/3 cup sliced almonds, toasted
1/4 cup sunflower kernels
3 tablespoons sesame seeds, toasted
1/4 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan over high heat, bring the water, rice and soy sauce to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 45-60 minutes or until rice is tender. , Meanwhile, in a small skillet over medium-high heat, saute onions in butter until tender. Stir in the remaining ingredients; heat through. Remove from the heat., Drain rice if necessary. Stir in onion mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 236 calories, Fat 15g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 6mg cholesterol, Sodium 314mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 8g protein.

WARM WILD RICE SALAD WITH DRIED FRUIT AND NUTS



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This is a recipe I found on "Miso Vegan". Scrumptious! I skip soaking the rice over night. I usually just soak it for an hour or two if I have the time. The lemon zest, balsamic and garlic in this salad is such a nice undertone to the sweet dried fruit! Especially the currants!

Provided by Nikoma

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h40m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup wild rice
2 1/2 cups water or 2 1/2 cups vegetable broth
2 stalks celery, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons grated lemon zest
1 cup dried fruit (cherries, diced apricots, or cranberries)
1 cup dried currant
1 cup toasted walnuts, chopped
3 tablespoons finely chopped parsley
salt & freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Soak wild rice in a bowl of water overnight.
  • Rinse and place rice in a medium-sized pot with water or broth.
  • Bring to a boil over high heat.
  • Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 45 minutes or until liquid is absorbed.
  • Remove from heat and set aside.
  • In a large bowl, combine remaining ingredients.
  • Add rice and toss to coat.
  • Serve immediately or let cool and refrigerate for up to 3 days.
  • From recipe creator - If making ahead, reheat rice salad on the stove top or bake at 350 degrees F. in a covered casserole dish for 20 minutes. (untried by me as of yet).
  • *Cook's note: For best results, soak dried fruit in hot water or warm juice for 15 minutes or more to rehydrate slightly and give the fruit a juicier, chewy texture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 424.6, Fat 17.8, SaturatedFat 1.9, Sodium 26.3, Carbohydrate 64.9, Fiber 7.9, Sugar 18.1, Protein 9

SLOW-COOKED WILD RICE PILAF



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Come home to this hearty wild rice pilaf recipe that's slow cooked for dinner using Sliced Mushrooms, chicken broth and dried cherries!

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 5h10m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 1/2 cups uncooked wild rice
1/2 cup sliced green onions
1 (4.5-oz.) jar sliced mushrooms, drained
1 garlic clove, minced
3/4 teaspoon salt
1 (14 1/2-oz.) can ready-to-serve chicken broth
2 cups water
1/2 cup (3 oz.) dried cherries
3/4 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Spray 4 to 6-quart slow cooker with nonstick cooking spray. Rinse rice with cold water; place in sprayed slow cooker. Add onions, mushrooms, garlic, salt, broth and water.
  • Cover; cook on high setting for 3 to 4 hours.
  • Add cherries, thyme and nutmeg to rice; mix gently. Cook on low setting for an additional 30 to 60 minutes or until rice is opened and tender.
  • Just before serving, stir in parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 110, Carbohydrate 21 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fiber 2 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, ServingSize 3/4 Cup, Sodium 180 mg, Sugar 4 g

WILD RICE WITH DRIED FRUIT



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Rather than browning the rice in butter, cook it like pasta, in plenty of water, then drain it. Sweat the leeks in a tiny amount of butter, then toss everything together. Studded with dried fruits and leeks, this dish boasts the mosaic look and texture of a classic pilaf.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Pasta and Grains     Rice Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 ounces wild rice (1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons)
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil
1 small leek, trimmed, well washed, and cut into 1/4-inch rounds (about 2/3 cup)
6 tablespoons Chicken Stock, or low-sodium canned
1/3 cup dried cranberries
1/4 cup chopped dried pears

Steps:

  • In a 2-quart pot of boiling salted water, add the rice and cook until the grains begin to puff and break open, about 40 minutes to 1 hour. Drain and refresh in cold water. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Heat the oil in a 2-quart saucepan. Add the leek and cook for 1 minute. Add 3 tablespoons of the stock, the cranberries, and pears and cook, covered, stirring occasionally, until soft, about 8 minutes. Add the rice and remaining stock, raise the heat to high, and cook, stirring, 1 to 2 minutes. Season with salt and pepper and serve.

WILD RICE WITH MUSHROOMS, CRANBERRIES AND WALNUTS



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Provided by Amanda Hesser

Categories     side dish

Time 20m

Yield 6 - 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

Salt
2 cups wild rice
1 cup wheat berries, soaked in 3 cups water overnight and drained
3/4 cup dried cranberries
2 tablespoons canola oil or other neutral oil
6 medium or 3 large portobello mushrooms, cleaned, stemmed and in large dice (3 cups)
Freshly ground black pepper
1 1/2 cups chopped walnuts
2 small shallots, minced
2 tablespoons chopped flat-leaf parsley
2 tablespoons walnut oil

Steps:

  • Bring two medium pots salted water to a boil over high heat. Add wild rice to one and wheat berries to another, reduce heat to medium, and cook until tender, 30 to 35 minutes for wild rice and 20 to 25 minutes for wheat berries.
  • While grains cook, put cranberries in small bowl, and cover with hot water. Soak 15 minutes, drain, and chop. Set aside.
  • Heat canola oil in a medium skillet over medium heat. Add mushrooms, and sauté, stirring frequently, until mushrooms soften and begin to release their liquid, 8 to 10 minutes. Season lightly with salt and pepper, and transfer to a warm serving bowl. Stir in walnuts, shallots, parsley and cranberries.
  • When grains are tender, drain them, and add them to bowl. Drizzle with walnut oil, and toss gently. Taste and add salt and pepper if necessary. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 469, UnsaturatedFat 19 grams, Carbohydrate 61 grams, Fat 22 grams, Fiber 8 grams, Protein 13 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 356 milligrams, Sugar 11 grams, TransFat 0 grams

Tips:

  • Use a variety of dried fruits and nuts to add different flavors and textures to the dish.
  • Soak the dried fruits in hot water for 10-15 minutes before adding them to the crock pot. This will help to soften them and make them more flavorful.
  • Toast the nuts in a dry skillet over medium heat until they are fragrant and golden brown. This will help to bring out their flavor.
  • Use a low-sodium chicken broth or vegetable broth to cook the rice. This will help to keep the dish from being too salty.
  • Cook the rice on low for 6-8 hours, or on high for 3-4 hours. Check the rice occasionally to make sure that it is not overcooked.
  • Serve the rice immediately or store it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

This wild rice with dried fruit and nuts is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal or a special occasion. The combination of flavors and textures is sure to please everyone at the table.

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