BROCCOLI BROWN RICE PILAF

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This is one of my favorite low-fat dishes-it's delicious! Rosemary, garlic, almonds and sunflower kernels flavor the broccoli and rice. Sometimes I add cooked cubed chicken for a complete meal. -Mari Condit of Brooklyn Center, Minnesota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 55m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup uncooked brown rice
2-1/4 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth or vegetable broth
2 tablespoons minced fresh rosemary or 2 teaspoons dried rosemary, crushed
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 cups chopped fresh broccoli
1/4 cup slivered almonds
1/4 cup unsalted sunflower kernels
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a large nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray, saute rice until lightly browned. Add the broth, rosemary and garlic; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 40 minutes or until rice is almost tender. , Stir in the broccoli, almonds, sunflower kernels, salt and pepper. Cover and cook 3-5 minutes longer or until rice is tender and broccoli is crisp-tender. Fluff with a fork.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 202 calories, Fat 6g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 414mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 7g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Delray Jaftha
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I will definitely be making this recipe again.


Sphe Dlamini
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This is a great recipe for a healthy and satisfying meal.


Catherine Elliott
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I love how versatile this recipe is. You can add or remove ingredients to suit your own taste.


Danny Ncube
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This recipe is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables.


Bryan Reed
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I am always looking for new ways to cook brown rice and this recipe is a keeper. It is so flavorful and delicious.


Mixo Mkhari
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover broccoli.


Drew Van Heuveln
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I love the combination of broccoli and brown rice in this dish. It is a perfect balance of flavors.


Ayanda Gases
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This is a great recipe for a healthy and delicious side dish.


jk Op
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I am a big fan of pilaf and this recipe is one of my favorites. It is so easy to make and always turns out perfectly.


Joseph Abigeal
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I am on a low-carb diet and I love this recipe. It is a great way to get my rice fix without all the carbs.


Frpp Ping
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This recipe is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love the broccoli in this dish.


azher ali
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I made this recipe for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it.


Favour Joseph
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I am a vegetarian and I love this recipe. It is so flavorful and satisfying, even without the chicken.


Rahad 12
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I added some shredded chicken to this recipe and it was delicious! It is a great way to use up leftover chicken.


Talent Ndlovu
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I love how easy this recipe is to make. It is perfect for a busy weeknight.


TheMothang family
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This is one of my favorite pilaf recipes. It is so flavorful and satisfying.


Titus Conley
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I made this recipe last night and it was a hit with my family! The broccoli and brown rice were cooked perfectly and the flavors were amazing.


Viviane Scharf
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This broccoli brown rice pilaf is a delicious and healthy dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own dietary needs.