Sweet Potato Pilaf
Sweet Potato Pilaf is a savory and slightly sweet side dish made with cooked sweet potatoes, often combined with grains like rice or quinoa, and flavored with herbs and spices such as cinnamon, cumin, or thyme. It can be enhanced with dried fruits like cranberries and nuts like pecans for extra texture and richness.This dish pairs wonderfully with roasted meats, poultry, or as part of a holiday feast. It's both nutritious and comforting, making it a popular choice for festive meals.
Ingredients
- 1 cup uncooked wild rice
- 2-1/4 cups vegetable broth or water
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 4 bacon strips, chopped
- 1-pound fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
- 1 large, sweet potato, peeled and chopped
- 1/2 cup chopped red onion
- 1 cup chopped fresh kale
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- Chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Rinse wild rice thoroughly; drain. In a large saucepan, combine rice, broth and oil; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, until rice is fluffy and tender, 50-55 minutes. Drain if necessary.
- Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Remove to paper towels to drain. Add asparagus, sweet potato and onion to drippings; cook and stir over medium-high heat until potatoes are crisp-tender, 8-10 minutes.
- Stir in kale, garlic, salt and pepper. Cook and stir until vegetables are tender, 8-10 minutes. Stir in rice and reserved bacon. Sprinkle with parsley.
Nutrition
Calories: 156kcalCarbohydrates: 23gProtein: 5gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 7mgSodium: 350mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5g
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