Apple Walnut Brown Rice Stuffing / Dressing Recipe

Name: Apple Walnut Brown Rice Stuffing / Dressing
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 360 ml (1 1/2 cups) short grain brown rice; 540 ml (2 1/4 cups) vegetable, chicken or turkey broth; 2 apples; 1 stalk celery; 1 onion; 1 handful walnuts, chopped; 1 Tbsp butter or olive oil; 2 tsp rubbed sage; 2 tsp dried or fresh rosemary; 1 handful dried cranberries or raisins (optional to give a bit of sweetness); to taste Salt & pepper; to taste Chopped fresh parsley

Servings: persons

360 ml (1 1/2 cups) short grain brown rice
540 ml (2 1/4 cups) vegetable, chicken or turkey broth
2 apples
1 stalk celery
1 onion
1 handful walnuts, chopped
1 Tbsp butter or olive oil
2 tsp rubbed sage
2 tsp dried or fresh rosemary
1 handful dried cranberries or raisins (optional to give a bit of sweetness)
to taste Salt & pepper
to taste Chopped fresh parsley

1
Rinse the rice in a fine colander and let drain for 15 minutes.
2
Peel and chop the apples.
3
Slice the celery thin and mince the onion.
4
Lightly toast the walnuts in a dry frying pan on medium low heat (be careful not to burn!)
5
then crush.
6
Melt butter in a heavy sauce pan or pot.
7
Saute the onions until soft (about 5 minutes), then add the celery, apples, sage, rosemary and bit of salt & pepper.
8
Saute until the apples are tender.
9
Pour the rice in the pot and mix it with the other ingredients.
10
Add the broth and bring to a boil.
11
Cover and turn to low heat.
12
Let cook for 45 minutes or until broth is absorbed.
13
Stop the heat and let it sit with the lid on for 15 minutes.
14
Remove lid and lightly stir to fluff everything up.
15
Garnish with some fresh parsley.
16
Enjoy along side roast chicken, turkey, or pork!

787

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 360 ml (1 1/2 cups) short grain brown rice, 540 ml (2 1/4 cups) vegetable, chicken or turkey broth, 2 apples, 1 stalk celery, and more.

Yes, Apple Walnut Brown Rice Stuffing / Dressing falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Apple Walnut Brown Rice Stuffing / Dressing

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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