Creamy Broccoli Cheddar Rice
Broccoli is a great source of vitamins C and K, as well as dietary fiber.
This is vegetarian and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 35 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 10.
Ingredients
- 300 gram Broccoli
- 200 gram Cheddar cheese
- 1 cup Rice
- 2 tablespoon Butter
- 1 medium Onion
- 2 clove Garlic
- 2 tablespoon Flour
- 2 cup Milk
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
- Cook the rice according to package instructions.
- In a large pot, melt butter over medium heat. Add diced onion and minced garlic, and cook until softened.
- Sprinkle flour over the onion and garlic mixture, stirring constantly for about 1 minute.
- Slowly whisk in milk, and continue to cook until the mixture thickens.
- Add chopped broccoli florets to the pot and cook for about 5 minutes, until tender.
- Stir in cooked rice and grated cheddar cheese until the cheese is melted and the mixture is creamy.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Let the dish rest for 5 minutes before serving.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 350kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 15g24%
- Total Carbohydrate 40g14%
- Sugars 3g
- Protein 12g24%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.