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!

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

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

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Set aside.

Step 2

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.

Step 3

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.

Step 4

In a large skillet or saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the rice and toast for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently.

Step 5

Pour in the remaining vegetable broth and bring to a boil. Lower the heat, cover, and simmer the rice for 10 minutes.

Step 6

After 10 minutes, uncover and stir in the green paste. Mix well until the rice is evenly coated and vibrant green.

Step 7

Add the broccoli florets into the skillet, gently folding them into the rice.

Step 8

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.

Step 9

Uncover, sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese on top, and give the dish a light stir to incorporate the cheese.

Step 10

Taste and adjust seasoning with the remaining salt and black pepper if needed.

Step 11

Serve warm as a comforting side or a main vegetarian dish!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1132.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1205.8

Total Fat 65.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 37.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.4g
Cholesterol 190mg	0%
Sodium 4961.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 100.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.0g	0%
Total Sugars 12.0g
Protein 64.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1494.5mg	0%
Iron 8.6mg	0%
Potassium 1473.5mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 47.2%

Protein: 20.7%

Carbs: 32.1%