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.

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:120 mins

Total Time:135 mins

Servings: 4

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)

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the white rice under cold water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch.

Step 2

Lightly steam or blanch the broccoli florets for about 2-3 minutes, then set aside.

Step 3

Add the rinsed rice and vegetable broth to the slow cooker, stirring to combine.

Step 4

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.

Step 5

Pour the blended cashew cheese sauce into the slow cooker with the rice and broth, mixing well.

Step 6

Add the steamed broccoli florets to the slow cooker, gently folding them into the rice and sauce mixture.

Step 7

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.

Step 8

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.

Step 9

Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt, pepper, or nutritional yeast if needed.

Step 10

Serve warm as a main dish or a side, garnished with extra nutritional yeast and a drizzle of olive oil if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1780.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1324.1

Total Fat 62.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 10.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.2g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 4386.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 156.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 23.9g	0%
Total Sugars 20.9g
Protein 54.4g	0%

Vitamin D 131.8IU	0%
Calcium 973.8mg	0%
Iron 17.1mg	0%
Potassium 2295.7mg	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: 39.8%

Protein: 15.5%

Carbs: 44.7%