Apple Walnut Rice Stuffing Vegan

Celebrate the flavors of fall with this Apple Walnut Rice Stuffing, a wholesome, vegan recipe perfect for holiday feasts or any cozy gathering. This hearty dish combines the natural sweetness of diced apples and dried cranberries with the nutty crunch of walnuts, all folded into a base of fluffy, cooked brown rice. Infused with earthy notes of dried thyme and sage, and brightened with a touch of fresh parsley, this stuffing is both comforting and vibrant. A splash of vegetable broth ties everything together, making it irresistibly moist and flavorful. Whether served as a side dish or used to stuff your favorite vegetables, this gluten-free and plant-based recipe is an easy, crowd-pleasing option that’s ready in just 40 minutes. Perfect for Thanksgiving or any time you crave a delicious twist on classic stuffing!

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 medium Yellow onion, diced
• 2 Celery stalks, diced
• 3 Garlic cloves, minced
• 3 cups Cooked brown rice
• 1 large Apple, diced (e.g., Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
• 1 cup Chopped walnuts
• 0.5 cup Dried cranberries
• 0.25 cup Vegetable broth
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
• 0.5 teaspoon Dried sage
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper

Directions

Step 1

In a large skillet or pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the diced onion and celery to the pan and sauté for 5-7 minutes, or until softened.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute, until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the diced apple to the pan and cook for another 3-4 minutes, until slightly softened.

Step 5

Stir in the cooked brown rice, chopped walnuts, and dried cranberries, combining everything evenly.

Step 6

Pour in the vegetable broth and stir well to moisten the mixture. Allow it to heat through for 2-3 minutes.

Step 7

Sprinkle in the dried thyme, dried sage, salt, and ground black pepper, stirring to distribute the seasonings.

Step 8

Remove from heat and stir in the fresh parsley.

Step 9

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.

Step 10

Serve warm as a stuffing for vegetables or as a side dish.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1326.2 grams (1326.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2174

Total Fat 112.70g	144%
Saturated Fat 13.20g	66%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.80g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2560mg	111%
Total Carbohydrate 266.90g	97%
Dietary Fiber 33.10g	118%
Total Sugars 80.80g
Protein 39.70g	79%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 263mg	20%
Iron 8mg	47%
Potassium 2046mg	44%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 45.3%

Protein: 7.1%

Carbs: 47.6%