Broccoli rice is a great low-carb side dish. Tasty alone or as a replacement for rice under your favorite stir-fry or sauce. It also makes a delicious filling for tacos, over a grain bowl, or cool and toss in a salad. Add other herbs and flavors as desired!
Prep Time::5 mins
Cook Time::10 mins
Total Time::15 mins
Servings::4
Ingredients
1 (12 ounce) bag broccoli florets
2 tablespoons olive oil
½ small onion, minced
2 large cloves garlic, minced
¾ teaspoon sea salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 lemon, juiced
Directions
Place 1/2 of the broccoli florets in a food processor; pulse about 20 times until broccoli looks like grains of rice. Repeat with remaining broccoli florets.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-low heat. Add onion; cook and stir until softened, about 3 minutes. Stir in garlic; cook for 30 seconds. Stir in broccoli rice, salt, and pepper. Reduce heat to low and cook, covered, until broccoli has softened, about 5 minutes. Pour lemon juice on top.
Recipe Tip
Raw broccoli rice can be stored in the refrigerator, covered, for up to 5 days.