Broccoli Blue Cheese Rice Recipe

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This colorful veggie side will go nicely with a variety of entrees. And with just a hint of lemon, it's certain to add a fresh touch to any menu. Thanks to our Test Kitchen for an easy but flavorful recipe.

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Broccoli Blue Cheese Rice Recipe

Prep/Total Time: 30 min.

Yield: 4 Servings

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Ingredients

1-1/3 cups plus 2 tablespoons water, divided
2/3 cup uncooked long grain rice
1-1/2 teaspoons grated lemon peel
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon white pepper
3 cups fresh broccoli florets
1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese

Directions

In a small saucepan, combine 1-1/3 cups water, rice, lemon peel, salt and pepper; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15-18 minutes or until liquid is absorbed and rice is tender.
Place broccoli and remaining water in a small microwave-safe dish. Cover and microwave on high for 2-3 minutes or until crisp-tender; drain. Toss with rice. Sprinkle with blue cheese. Yield: 4 servings.

Editor's Note: This recipe was tested in a 1,100-watt microwave.

Nutritional Facts 1 cup equals 178 calories, 4 g fat (3 g saturated fat), 11 mg cholesterol, 509 mg sodium, 28 g carbohydrate, 2 g fiber, 7 g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1-1/2 starch, 1 vegetable, 1 fat.

Originally published as Broccoli Blue Cheese Rice in Light & Tasty February/March 2008, p27