Broccoli and Rice

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When I make this broccoli and rice side dish, I purée the broccoli stalk with water and cook the rice in it to infuse the rice with broccoli flavor. Freshly squeezed lemon adds freshness to this dish.

Submitted by Rita
Updated on August 23, 2023
close up view of Broccoli and Rice in a red bowl with a wooden spatula
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Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
25 mins
Total Time:
40 mins
Servings:
4
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 4 servings

  • 1 head broccoli, stalk and florets chopped separately

  • 2 cups water

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic

  • ½ cup uncooked white rice

  • salt to taste

  • 1 squeeze lemon juice

Directions

  1. Combine broccoli stalk and 1 cup water in a blender; blend until puréed. Add remaining cup of water for a total of 2 cups of green water to cook rice in.

  2. Heat olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat and cook garlic until fragrant, 1 to 2 minutes. Add rice and cook and stir for 3 minutes. Add chopped broccoli florets, green water, and salt; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer until rice is tender, 15 to 20 minutes.

  3. Fluff cooked rice with a fork and squeeze lemon juice on top before serving.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

185 Calories
7g Fat
27g Carbs
4g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 185
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 7g 9%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Cholesterol 0mg 0%
Sodium 44mg 2%
Total Carbohydrate 27g 10%
Dietary Fiber 3g 11%
Total Sugars 1g
Protein 4g 8%
Vitamin C 61mg 68%
Calcium 45mg 3%
Iron 1mg 5%
Potassium 301mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.