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Vegan Cheesy Broccoli and Rice

Vegan Cheesy Broccoli and Rice for Comfort Food Lovers

This Vegan Cheesy Broccoli and Rice casserole combines comfort and health in one delightful dish, perfect for busy weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 1 cup Brown Rice Can substitute with white rice
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion Can use shallots for a sweeter taste
  • 1 cup Potatoes Sweet potatoes can be used for added sweetness
  • 1 cup Carrots Parsnips can be substituted
  • 2 cups Broccoli Chopped into uniform pieces
For the Cheese Sauce
  • 1 cup Raw Cashews Soaked beforehand
  • 2 cloves Garlic Black garlic can be used for a sweeter taste
  • 2 tbsp Dijon Mustard Yellow mustard can be substituted
  • nutritional yeast 1/4 cup Omit if unavailable
  • 1/2 tsp Black Pepper Can use white pepper
  • 1 tsp Salt Low-sodium alternatives can be used

Equipment

  • medium pot
  • Large pot
  • Blender or food processor
  • Large Skillet

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Cook the brown rice in a medium pot according to package instructions, typically about 30-40 minutes. Fluff it with a fork, and set aside.
  2. In a large pot, boil water and add chopped onion, potatoes, and carrots. Simmer for 15-20 minutes until tender. Reserve one cup of cooking water and drain.
  3. Blend the drained vegetables with soaked cashews, garlic, mustard, nutritional yeast, black pepper, and salt. Add the reserved cooking water and blend until smooth.
  4. In a large skillet, combine cooked rice and blanched broccoli. Pour the cheese sauce over the mixture and heat for about 5 minutes, stirring gently.
  5. Serve warm, garnished with fresh parsley or nutritional yeast for an extra cheesy kick.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 12gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 700mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 8gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 150IUVitamin C: 90mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Consider adding cooked spinach or kale for an added nutrient boost. Customize flavors with spices like smoked paprika or cayenne pepper.

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