Broccoli Rice Recipe

Broccoli Rice Recipe

Cook Time: 10 minutes

Broccoli Rice with Lemon

This simple and healthy dish transforms broccoli into a delicious and low-carb alternative to rice. It's quick, flavorful, and full of nutrients, making it a perfect side dish for any meal.

Ingredients

  • 1 (12 ounce) bag broccoli florets
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • small onion, minced
  • 2 large cloves garlic, minced
  • teaspoon sea salt
  • teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 lemon, juiced

Directions

Step 1: Place half of the broccoli florets in a food processor. Pulse about 20 times until the broccoli resembles grains of rice. Repeat with the remaining florets.

Step 2: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-low heat. Add the minced onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened (about 3 minutes).

Step 3: Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds, allowing it to become fragrant.

Step 4: Add the broccoli rice to the skillet, along with the salt and pepper. Stir well to combine.

Step 5: Reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet, and cook for about 5 minutes, or until the broccoli is tender and has softened to your liking.

Step 6: Once done, remove from heat and squeeze fresh lemon juice over the broccoli rice. Stir to incorporate.

Recipe Tip

Raw broccoli rice can be stored in the refrigerator, covered, for up to 5 days, making it a great prep-ahead option for busy meals.

Nutrition Facts

Per Serving Amount
Calories 106
Total Fat 7g (9% Daily Value)
Saturated Fat 1g (5% Daily Value)
Cholesterol 0mg (0% Daily Value)
Sodium 435mg (19% Daily Value)
Total Carbohydrate 11g (4% Daily Value)
Dietary Fiber 4g (14% Daily Value)
Total Sugars 2g
Protein 3g (5% Daily Value)
Vitamin C 72mg (80% Daily Value)
Calcium 51mg (4% Daily Value)
Iron 1mg (5% Daily Value)
Potassium 319mg (7% Daily Value)

Comments

Jack Parker

09/29/2025 06:19:02 PM

This dish is absolutely delightful and incredibly simple to prepare. I was pleasantly surprised by how tasty it turned out, especially since I wasn't sure what to expect. Additionally, I appreciate that it's a low-calorie option.

Timothy Allen

10/01/2025 01:30:57 PM

This is a fantastic alternative to rice! I cooked mine for a bit longer to achieve a nice char, but that was just my personal preference.