Whole30 Herbed Rice with Broccoli
Transform your weeknight side dish into a nutrient-packed delight with Whole30 Herbed Rice with Broccoli, a wholesome and flavorful cauliflower rice recipe that’s both gluten-free and grain-free. Featuring tender broccoli florets, garlic-infused olive oil, and a medley of fresh herbs like parsley and dill, this dish is brightened by a hint of lemon zest and juice for a refreshing citrus twist. Ready in just 25 minutes, it’s the perfect low-carb, Whole30-compliant alternative to traditional rice. Serve it warm and enjoy a dish that’s as satisfying as it is healthy, ideal for anyone embracing clean eating or meal prepping for a busy week.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 medium head cauliflower
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves
- 0.25 cup fresh parsley
- 0.25 cup fresh dill
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
1. Begin by preparing the cauliflower rice. Remove the leaves and core from the cauliflower, break it into florets, and pulse it in a food processor until it resembles rice grains. Be careful not to over-process.
2. Chop the garlic cloves finely and set aside. Roughly chop the fresh parsley and dill.
3. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the broccoli florets and sauté them for about 5 minutes until they are tender but still crisp. Remove the broccoli from the pan and set aside.
4. In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil and the minced garlic. Sauté for about 1 minute until the garlic is fragrant.
5. Add the riced cauliflower to the skillet and stir well to combine with the garlic and oil. Cook for about 5 minutes, stirring often, until the cauliflower is tender.
6. Stir in the sautéed broccoli, fresh parsley, dill, and lemon zest. Season with sea salt and black pepper to taste.
7. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently to ensure even cooking and flavor distribution.
8. Remove from heat and drizzle with lemon juice before serving. Adjust seasoning as needed.
9. Serve warm as a side dish or a main course for a fulfilling Whole30 compliant meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
440 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.6 g | 38% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.0 g | 25% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1918 mg | 83% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 37.6 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.3 g | 55% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.6 g | ||
| Protein | 16.8 g | 34% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 255 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 5.5 mg | 31% | |
| Potassium | 1670 mg | 36% | |
*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.
