Description
Cheesy Broccoli Rice is a comforting and flavorful side dish made with tender broccoli and creamy cheese mixed with rice.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup white rice
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 2 cups chopped broccoli
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 tablespoon butter
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a pot, bring vegetable broth to a boil.
- Add rice and reduce heat. Cover and simmer for 15 minutes.
- Meanwhile, steam broccoli until tender.
- Once rice is cooked, stir in steamed broccoli, cheddar cheese, milk, butter, salt, and pepper.
- Cook on low heat until cheese melts and dish is creamy.
Notes
- For a lighter version, use reduced-fat cheese.
- You can substitute broccoli with other vegetables like cauliflower or spinach.
- This dish can be made ahead and reheated.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Cheesy Broccoli Rice, Broccoli Rice, Cheesy Rice