Dijon Rice with Broccoli

By devogirl

Happy Herbivore

Dijon mustard and broccoli complement each other beautifully and come together to jazz up a side of rice. Since all Dijon mustards and hot sauces are a little different, this recipe is very much "to taste."

Chef's Note: Broccoli rabe also works well in this dish.

Ingredients

• 1 cup cooked brown rice
• 2 cups broccoli florets, fresh or frozen
• 2 to 3 teaspoons Dijon mustard
• 1.5 teaspoon low-sodium soy sauce
• .25 to .5 teaspoon hot sauce
• agave nectar or sugar to taste (optional)

Preparation

Step 1

1. Steam broccoli or, if frozen, microwave as directed

2. Meanwhile, whisk 2 teaspoons of Dijon mustard, low-sodium soy sauce, and hot sauce together

3. Taste, adding more hot sauce and Dijon mustard if needed. (I usually add up to 1.5 teaspoons of hot sauce and 3 to 4 teaspoons of Dijon). If the Dijon is too strong for your liking, add a few drops of agave nectar or a pinch of sugar to help cut it.

4. Mix with cooked rice (if using leftover rice, add a splash of broth or water before reheating it).

5. Then mix in cooked broccoli, season with salt and pepper, and serve.