Vegan Slow Cooker Cheesy Broccoli Rice
Creamy, comforting, and completely plant-based, this Vegan Slow Cooker Cheesy Broccoli Rice is a game-changer for easy weeknight dinners. Featuring tender long-grain white rice, vibrant broccoli florets, and a luscious homemade cashew-based cheese sauce, this one-pot meal comes together effortlessly in your slow cooker. Nutritional yeast adds a rich, cheesy flavor without any dairy, while simple pantry spices like garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika deliver a savory depth. Perfectly creamy and customizable, you can enjoy this recipe as a satisfying main dish or a hearty side. With just 15 minutes of prep, this hands-off vegan comfort food is ideal for busy schedules, meal prep, or cozy family meals.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Long-grain white rice
- 4 cups Broccoli florets
- 3 cups Vegetable broth
- 1.5 cups Unsweetened almond milk
- 0.75 cup Raw cashews
- 0.5 cup Nutritional yeast
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil (optional)
Instructions
Rinse the white rice under cold water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch.
Lightly steam or blanch the broccoli florets for about 2-3 minutes, then set aside.
Add the rinsed rice and vegetable broth to the slow cooker, stirring to combine.
In a high-speed blender, combine cashews, almond milk, nutritional yeast, lemon juice, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides if needed.
Pour the blended cashew cheese sauce into the slow cooker with the rice and broth, mixing well.
Add the steamed broccoli florets to the slow cooker, gently folding them into the rice and sauce mixture.
Cover the slow cooker with the lid and set it to cook on high for 2 hours or on low for 3-4 hours. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking and ensure even cooking.
Check the consistency of the rice after the cooking time. If it’s too thick, stir in a splash of almond milk or vegetable broth to adjust the texture.
Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt, pepper, or nutritional yeast if needed.
Serve warm as a main dish or a side, garnished with extra nutritional yeast and a drizzle of olive oil if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1324 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 62.0 g | 79% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.4 g | 52% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 4387 mg | 191% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 156.7 g | 57% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 23.9 g | 85% | |
| Total Sugars | 20.9 g | ||
| Protein | 54.4 g | 109% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.3 mcg | 16% | |
| Calcium | 974 mg | 75% | |
| Iron | 17.1 mg | 95% | |
| Potassium | 2296 mg | 49% | |
*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.
