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.
📊 How it ranks (our editor score) — 89/100Tap to see the breakdown
🌱 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.
✨ Why it's good for you
- 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
🥗 Nutrition
Per 1 cup cooked (164g) · about 166 calories
- Protein 6.5g
- Fiber 3g
- Magnesium 52mg
- Zinc 2.2mg
Source: USDA FoodData Central
🥄 How to use it
Simmer until the grains split open and serve as a side, in salads, or stirred into soups.
How much: A practical food amount is about half a cup to a cup cooked, a few times a week.
Show full details & how to prepare it
Wild rice is not truly rice at all but the long, dark seed of a tall grass that grows in shallow lakes and rivers, gathered as a treasured food for generations. Its nutty flavor and pleasant chew make it one of the most satisfying of whole grains.
It carries notably more protein than ordinary rice, along with a generous helping of fiberThe part of plant foods your body can't fully break down — it keeps digestion moving. More → that helps gather up excess cholesterol and keeps blood sugar from rising too quickly after a meal. Its dark color signals a rich store of protective antioxidants that quietly support the heart and the whole body.
As a whole, unrefined grain it is a wholesome and safe food. It simply asks for patience in the pot — long simmering until the grains split open — and, like all high-fiberThe part of plant foods your body can't fully break down — it keeps digestion moving. More → foods, a gradual welcome with plenty of water.
Ways to prepare it
⚠️ Cautions
- 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.
📚 What others say
- A traditional grain harvested from North American waters
- Honored as a nourishing, hearty staple
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🕊️ A word of encouragement
A grain gathered from quiet waters reminds us how faithfully we are fed. Take heart in honest, wholesome food.
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