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Green Veggie Rice

This rice is the perfect easy meal, side, or just a tasty way to sneak in those veggies! I love how easy this recipe really is on those days you have zero effort but still want to be healthy!!
*Note: I don't use seasoning on purpose*
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Side Dish
Servings 2

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups water
  • 2/3 cup rice
  • 2/3 cup onion, diced
  • 2 cups broccoli florets, diced
  • 1/2 cups peas
  • 1 cup cauliflower rice, (I used frozen)

Instructions
 

  • In a stockpot, bring 2 cups of water to a boil.
  • While your water comes to a boil, prep your veggies. Dice your onion, broccoli, and cauliflower.
  • Once the water is boiling, add the rice to the pot. Bring the pot to a simmer after adding the rice.
  • Cook rice for 2-3 minutes. After the initial 2-3 minutes, add the diced onions to the pot.
  • Cook for another few minutes until the onions are softened, then add in your diced broccoli and 1 cup water.
  • Cook for 5-7 minutes and incorporate the peas and cauliflower rice into the pot.
  • Cook for another few minutes until the water evaporates, and the rice is cooked through.
  • Fluff the rice and vegetable mixture with a fork. Serve the dish, and enjoy! xx
Keyword Broccoli, Cauliflower Rice, Onion, Peas, Rice
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