Nutritious and flavorful broccoli rice recipe

Broccoli Rice Recipe:

Ingredients:

– 1 cup broccoli florets
– 1 cup long-grain white rice
– 2 cups water
– 1 tablespoon olive oil or butter
– 1 small onion, finely chopped
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– Salt and pepper to taste
– Optional: grated Parmesan cheese for serving

Instructions:

1. Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear.

2. In a saucepan, bring 2 cups of water to a boil. Add the rice, reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer until the rice is cooked and water is absorbed (follow the package instructions).

3. While the rice is cooking, steam the broccoli florets until they are tender-crisp. You can steam them on the stovetop or use a microwave.

4. In a large skillet, heat olive oil or butter over medium heat. Add chopped onions and sauté until they are soft and translucent.

5. Add minced garlic to the onions and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until the garlic is fragrant.

6. Once the rice is cooked, fluff it with a fork and add it to the skillet with the sautéed onions and garlic.

7. Add the steamed broccoli florets to the skillet with rice.

8. Mix everything together, ensuring the broccoli and rice are well combined.

9. Season with salt and pepper to taste. You can also add additional herbs or spices if desired.

10. Optional: Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese over the broccoli rice before serving.

11. Serve the broccoli rice as a side dish or a light, healthy meal.