Broccoli-Almond Rice

By ruthg

Makes about 5 cups
Nutrition Information
Per serving: 329 cal; 13g total fat (2g sat); 0mg chol; 283mg sodium; 48g carb; 4g fiber; 9g protein

Ingredients

• SAUTÉ:
• 1 cup diced onions
• 1 cup diced carrots
• 1 Tbsp. minced fresh garlic
• 1 cup dry long-grain white rice
• 2 Tbsp. peanut oil
• ADD:
• 13 ⁄4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
• 2 cups small broccoli florets
• 1 ⁄2 cup sliced almonds, toasted
• 2 Tbsp. fresh lemon juice
• Salt and black pepper to taste

Details

Cooking time 35mins
Adapted from cuisinerecipes.com

Preparation

Step 1

Sauté onions, carrots, garlic, and rice in oil in a saucepan over high heat until vegetables begin to soften, about 5 minutes.
Add broth and bring to a boil; reduce heat to low and simmer, covered, until liquid is nearly absorbed, 12 minutes. Add broccoli and cook 3 minutes more.
Off heat, stir in almonds and lemon juice; season with salt and pepper. Let rice rest, covered, 5 minutes.