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Broccoli And Rice

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Recipe Summary Broccoli And Rice

In order to infuse the rice with the taste of broccoli, I puree the broccoli stalk with water and cook the rice in the green broccoli water. Some freshly squeezed lemon at the end adds freshness to this broccoli and rice recipe.

Ingredients | Broccoli Nutrition Facts

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

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

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.

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

Info | Broccoli Nutrition Facts

prep: 15 mins cook: 25 mins total: 40 mins Servings: 4 Yield: 4 servings

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Broccoli Nutrition Facts : Broccoli is considered to be one of the most nutritious vegetables and, when cooked properly, it can really be a delicious addition to any meal plan.