Green Rice Cheesy Broccoli Rice
Transform your weeknight dinners with the vibrant flavors of Green Rice Cheesy Broccoli Rice, a satisfying vegetarian dish packed with wholesome ingredients and irresistible cheesy goodness. This recipe combines fluffy basmati rice with a nutrient-rich blend of spinach, cilantro, and parsley, giving it an eye-catching green hue. Blanched broccoli florets add a fresh, tender crunch, while melted mozzarella and Parmesan create a creamy, indulgent finish. Cooked in vegetable broth with a hint of garlic and lime, this dish delivers bold flavors in every bite. Perfect as a hearty side or a standalone vegetarian main course, it’s a quick and easy recipe ready in just 40 minutes, guaranteed to delight both your taste buds and your dinner guests!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Basmati or long-grain rice
- 2 cups Broccoli florets
- 1 cup Fresh spinach leaves
- 0.5 cup Fresh cilantro
- 0.5 cup Fresh parsley
- 2 pieces Garlic cloves
- 1 tablespoon Lime juice
- 2 cups Vegetable broth
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 1 cup Mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Set aside.
Bring a medium pot of water to a boil, then blanch the broccoli florets for 2 minutes until bright green and slightly tender. Drain and set aside.
In a blender or food processor, combine the spinach, cilantro, parsley, garlic, lime juice, 0.5 teaspoon salt, and 0.25 teaspoon black pepper. Add 1/4 cup of vegetable broth and blend to create a smooth green paste.
In a large skillet or saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the rice and toast for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently.
Pour in the remaining vegetable broth and bring to a boil. Lower the heat, cover, and simmer the rice for 10 minutes.
After 10 minutes, uncover and stir in the green paste. Mix well until the rice is evenly coated and vibrant green.
Add the broccoli florets into the skillet, gently folding them into the rice.
Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the rice and broccoli mixture. Cover the skillet for another 5 minutes on low heat to melt the cheese.
Uncover, sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese on top, and give the dish a light stir to incorporate the cheese.
Taste and adjust seasoning with the remaining salt and black pepper if needed.
Serve warm as a comforting side or a main vegetarian dish!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
296 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 16.1 g | 21% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.8 g | 49% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 40 mg | 13% | |
| Sodium | 1162 mg | 51% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 25.0 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.2 g | 11% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.6 g | ||
| Protein | 17.2 g | 34% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 374 mg | 29% | |
| Iron | 2.6 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 351 mg | 7% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
