Description
Indulge in the comforting warmth of the Garlic & Broccoli Rice Bowl with Lemon Dressing. This vibrant dish combines fluffy brown rice, tender broccoli, and aromatic garlic, all drizzled with a zesty lemon dressing that brightens every bite. Perfect for busy weeknights or as a nutritious lunch, this bowl is customizable to suit your taste preferences and seasonal veggies.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup brown rice
- 2 cups water
- 2 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse brown rice under cold water until clear. In a medium saucepan, combine rinsed rice, water, and a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil over high heat, then cover and reduce heat to low. Simmer for about 45 minutes until tender.
- While the rice cooks, bring salted water to boil in another pot. Blanch broccoli florets for about three minutes until vibrant green but crisp. Drain and rinse under cold water.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Once hot, saut? minced garlic for about one minute until fragrant.
- Add cooked brown rice and blanched broccoli to the skillet with garlic; toss to combine. Season with salt and pepper according to taste.
- In a small bowl, whisk together lemon juice and remaining olive oil; season lightly with salt and pepper.
- Serve rice mixture in bowls and drizzle with lemon dressing before enjoying.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling/Saut?ing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg