Easy Broccoli Rice

5 from 1 vote

This Broccoli Rice is a favorite easy side dish—or vegetarian main dish. It's loaded with fiber and has the yummiest garlicky flavor. You can easily serve it as a baby food, too.

Prep Time5

Cook Time10

Total Time15

Course: Side Dish

Cuisine: American

Servings:

Calories: 228kcal

Author: Amy Palanjian

Equipment

Greenpan Nonstick Pan
Storage Containers

Ingredients

4 cups broccoli florets
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
1 garlic clove (minced)
2 cups fully cooked brown rice
Salt, pepper, grated Parmesan (optional to taste)

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Instructions

Add the broccoli to a food processor. Pulse to grind into a minced broccoli texture.
Warm the olive oil and butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add the garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes, or until fragrant. Add the broccoli and cook for 4-6 minutes, stirring often, or until the broccoli is bright green and softened.
Stir in the cooked rice and warm through for about a minute.
Season to taste with salt, pepper, and or Parmesan as desired.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Warm through to serve.
To make this a little less messy for a baby or toddler, mash ripe avocado and stir it into their portion. It will stick together more easily that way.
Try my Cheesy Broccoli Rice for a version with cheese.
Use cauliflower rice in place of the broccoli to vary the idea.
Add diced chicken, peas, or white beans to add more protein if desired.

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