Broccoli Rice

Broccoli Rice

Broccoli rice is a great low-carb side dish. Tasty alone or as a replacement for rice under your favorite stir-fry or sauce. It also makes a delicious filling for tacos, over a grain bowl, or cool and toss in a salad. Add other herbs and flavors as desired!

Prep Time:
5 mins
Cook Time:
10 mins
Total Time:
15 mins
Servings:
4

Ingredients

  • 1 (12 ounce) bag broccoli florets
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • ½ small onion, minced
  • 2 large cloves garlic, minced
  • ¾ teaspoon sea salt
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 lemon, juiced

Directions

Step 1
Place 1/2 of the broccoli florets in a food processor; pulse about 20 times until broccoli looks like grains of rice. Repeat with remaining broccoli florets.

Step 2
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-low heat. Add onion; cook and stir until softened, about 3 minutes. Stir in garlic; cook for 30 seconds. Stir in broccoli rice, salt, and pepper. Reduce heat to low and cook, covered, until broccoli has softened, about 5 minutes. Pour lemon juice on top.

Recipe Tip

Raw broccoli rice can be stored in the refrigerator, covered, for up to 5 days.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

104
Calories
7g
Fat
10g
Carbs
3g
Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 104
% Daily Value *
Total Fat7g 9%
Saturated Fat1g 5%
Cholesterol0mg 0%
Sodium433mg 19%
Total Carbohydrate10g 4%
Dietary Fiber4g 13%
Total Sugars2g
Protein3g
Vitamin C72mg 359%
Calcium45mg 3%
Iron1mg 4%
Potassium311mg 7%

*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.

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