Go Back
+ servings
An overhead photograph of a bowl of sweet potatoes, pomegranate arils, and wild rice.
3.82 from 27 votes

Wild Rice Vegan Stuffing with Roasted Sweet Potato & Apple

Author - Gena Hamshaw
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 55 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
Yields: 6 servings

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons neutral vegetable oil, such as refined avocado or grapeseed
  • 1 pound scrubbed sweet potatoes, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
  • 1 pound apples, any variety, cut into 1/2-inch cubes or pieces
  • 1 cup wild rice blend (substitute all wild rice, all brown rice, or half cup of each)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 large white or yellow onion, chopped
  • 3 large or 4 small stalks celery, chopped
  • 1 shallot, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary, chopped (or 2 teaspoons dry)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme (or 1 teaspoon dry)
  • 3/4 cup vegetable broth
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt, plus extra to season the roasted potatoes/apple
  • Freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 1-2 tablespoons sherry vinegar, to taste
  • 1/2 cup pomegranate arils

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 400F and line two baking sheets with parchment. Toss the potatoes and apple with the vegetable oil and transfer to the baking sheets. Season with salt and freshly ground pepper. Roast for 35-40 minutes, or until the vegetables are browning and tender. Remove the vegetables from heat.
  • While the vegetables roast (or beforehand if it's easier), cook the rice according to package instructions.
  • Heat the olive oil in a large, deep skillet over medium heat. Add the onion, celery, and shallot. Cook, stirring often, for 5-8 minutes, or until the onion is soft and clear. Stir in the rosemary and thyme. Fold in the cooked rice, sweet potatoes, and apple. Add the 1/2 teaspoon salt and the vegetable broth. Heat everything through, stirring as you go.
  • Add the sherry vinegar and a big pinch of freshly ground black pepper. Taste and adjust the seasonings as needed. Transfer the stuffing to a serving dish and top with the pomegranate arils. Enjoy!