Brown Rice, Broccoli, Cheese and Walnut Surprise

Recipesfull introduces to you: Vegetarian Recipes. (Brown Rice, Broccoli, Cheese and Walnut Surprise). This recipe was born one night when I didn't have too much to do. I guess the only surprise about it is that it tastes so good!

Brief

Prep 15 mins

Cook: 25 mins

Total: 40 mins

Servings: 4

Yield: 4 servings

Brown Rice, Broccoli, Cheese and Walnut Surprise

Ingredients

½ cup chopped walnuts

1 tablespoon butter

1 onion

chopped

½ teaspoon minced garlic

1 cup uncooked instant brown rice

1 cup vegetable broth

1 pound fresh broccoli florets

½ teaspoon salt

⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper

1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese

Everyday Cooking

Directions

Step 1

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Place walnuts on small baking sheet and bake for 6 to 8 minutes or until toasted.

Step 2

Melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Cook onion and garlic in melted butter for 3 minutes stirring frequently. Stir in the rice add the broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low. Cover and simmer until liquid is absorbed about 7 to 8 minutes.

Step 3

Place broccoli in a microwave-safe casserole dish and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Cover and microwave until tender.

Step 4

Spoon rice onto a serving platter and top with broccoli. Sprinkle walnuts and cheese on top.

Nutritional Information

Brown Rice, Broccoli, Cheese and Walnut Surprise

Servings Per Recipe:4

Calories: 367.7

% Daily Value *

Protein: 15.1g 30%

Carbohydrates: 30.4g 10%

Dietary Fiber: 5.7g 23%

Sugars: 4.4g

Fat: 22.9g 35%

Saturated Fat: 8.7g 44%

Cholesterol: 37.3mg 12%

Vitamin A Iu: 1332.6IU 27%

Niacin Equivalents: 3.4mg 26%

Vitamin B6: 0.3mg 21%

Vitamin C: 103.6mg 173%

Folate: 96.3mcg 24%

Calcium: 294.6mg 30%

Iron: 2mg 11%

Magnesium: 57.9mg 21%

Potassium: 494.1mg 14%

Sodium: 643mg 26%

Thiamin: 0.1mg 14%

Calories From Fat: 205.7

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-)Nutrition information is provided for reference only. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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