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Broccoli Lemon Rice Recipe

🕒 Prep Time: 15 minutes
🕒 Cook Time: 20 minutes
🕒 Total Time: 35 minutes
🥄 Servings: 4

Description:

Indulge in the zesty flavors of this delightful Broccoli Lemon Rice recipe. Bursting with citrusy notes and wholesome ingredients, it’s a dish that promises to tantalize your taste buds.

Ingredients:

• 1 head of broccoli
• 1/2 cup long grain rice
• 1 onion
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1 can sliced water chestnuts
• 1 lemon, rind of
• 1 teaspoon lemon pepper seasoning

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving):

• Calories: 195.3
• Fat: 6.7g
• Saturated Fat: 3.8g
• Cholesterol: 15.3mg
• Sodium: 271.2mg
• Carbohydrates: 29.1g
• Fiber: 3.7g
• Sugar: 3.3g
• Protein: 6.4g

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Broccoli:

   • Cut the broccoli into 1/2 inch pieces.

2. Cook the Broccoli:

   • In a saucepan, bring a small amount of water to a boil.
   • Add a pinch of salt to the boiling water.
   • Cook the broccoli in the boiling salted water for about 5 minutes or until tender-crisp.
   • Drain the cooked broccoli and set it aside.

3. Prepare the Rice Mixture:

   • In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
   • Add the rice and onion to the melted butter.
   • Cook, stirring occasionally, until the onion is tender but not browned.

4. Combine Ingredients:

   • Remove the saucepan from the heat.
   • Stir in the chicken broth, sliced water chestnuts, lemon peel, and lemon pepper seasoning until well combined.

5. Cook the Rice:

   • Return the saucepan to the heat.
   • Bring the mixture to a boil.

6. Simmer:

   • Reduce the heat to low.
   • Cover the saucepan and simmer for approximately 15 minutes or until the rice is tender.

7. Add Broccoli:

   • Stir in the cooked broccoli until evenly distributed.

8. Rest:

   • Remove the saucepan from the heat.
   • Let the dish stand covered for 5 minutes.

9. Fluff and Serve:

   • After 5 minutes, fluff the rice with a fork to separate the grains.
   • Serve the Broccoli Lemon Rice hot and enjoy the burst of flavors!

This Broccoli Lemon Rice recipe is perfect for a quick weeknight meal or a flavorful side dish for any occasion. Its vibrant colors and refreshing taste will surely elevate your dining experience. Enjoy the goodness of wholesome ingredients combined with the tangy zest of lemon in every mouthful!