Whole grain

Wild Rice

A nutty, protein-rich whole grain, high in fiber and antioxidants, that supports healthy cholesterol, steady blood sugar, and the heart.

🌱 What it is

Wild rice is not true rice but the seed of an aquatic grass, native to North America, with a nutty flavor and satisfying chew once cooked tender.

✨ How it may help

May help support healthy cholesterol levels
May help support steady blood sugar
May help support heart health with antioxidants
May help supply plant protein and fiber

🥄 How to use it

Simmer until the grains split open and serve as a side, in salads, or stirred into soups.

🥗 Nutrition

Per 1 cup cooked (164g) · about 166 calories

Protein 6.5g
Fiber 3g
Magnesium 52mg
Zinc 2.2mg

Source: USDA FoodData Central

⚖️ Caution

It needs long cooking until tender; underdone grains are tough and hard to digest. Like other whole grains it is filling and high in fiber, so increase your portion gradually with plenty of water.

🍃 A note from nature

A grass that grows rooted in shallow water, its dark grains gathered much as they always have been.